South Africa
Five Mile Reef
About this Dive Site
Description
Five Mile Reef in Sodwana Bay presents a dramatic underwater landscape of walls, caves, and overhangs, offering a thrilling dive experience. Prepare to be mesmerized by encounters with large pelagic fish, formidable sharks, graceful rays, and a vibrant tapestry of reef fish.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 29°C | 29°C | 28°C | 27°C | 26°C | 25°C | 24°C | 24°C | 25°C | 26°C | 27°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
January, February, October, November, December, March, April, May, June, July, August, September
Jan
Excellent coral visibility, abundant reef fish
Feb
Excellent coral visibility, abundant reef fish
Mar
Good coral visibility, abundant reef fish
Apr
Humpback whale migration begins offshore
More monthly highlights
May
Humpback whale migration offshore
Jun
Humpback whale migration offshore
Jul
Humpback whale migration offshore
Aug
Humpback whale migration offshore
Sep
Humpback whale migration offshore ends
Oct
Manta ray season begins, excellent coral visibility
Nov
Manta ray season, excellent coral visibility
Dec
Manta ray season, excellent coral visibility
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