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Dixon's Pinnacle
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Description
Dixon's Pinnacle is a challenging yet rewarding deep-water dive in the Andaman Islands, perfect for experienced adventurers. Ascend a vibrant underwater mountain teeming with life, from vast schools of fusiliers and colourful butterflyfish to curious reef sharks, graceful manta rays, and ancient turtles. This dramatic pinnacle offers a truly spectacular display of the ocean's biodiversity.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
January, February, March, November, December, April, September, October
Jan
Excellent visibility, ideal for coral reefs and diverse marine life.
Feb
Manta ray and whale shark sightings are common.
Mar
Continued good conditions, possibility of seeing turtles nesting.
Apr
Warmer waters, visibility can slightly decrease due to plankton.
More monthly highlights
May
Southwest monsoon begins, increased chance of rain and rougher seas.
Jun
Monsoon season, visibility can be reduced by rainfall and runoff.
Jul
Peak monsoon, diving may be limited to sheltered bays.
Aug
Monsoon continues, expect rain and choppy conditions.
Sep
Monsoon starts to recede, visibility improves.
Oct
Post-monsoon clarity returns, good for exploring reefs.
Nov
Start of the peak diving season, excellent visibility and calm seas.
Dec
Prime diving conditions, abundant marine life.
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