Panama
Isla Bolanos
About this Dive Site
Description
Isla Bolanos, a jewel of the Gulf of Chiriqui, is celebrated for its exhilarating wall dives that plunge into the blue. Divers here have the chance to witness graceful sea turtles, majestic eagle rays, and the awe-inspiring sight of hammerhead sharks, all in conditions of typically excellent visibility perfect for capturing stunning underwater photography.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C |
Peak Season
January, February, October, November, December
Jan
Good visibility, chance of humpback whales offshore
Feb
Humpback whale season continues
Mar
Warming waters, good for reef fish
Apr
Transition to warmer, potentially less clear water
More monthly highlights
May
Start of the rainy season, visibility can decrease
Jun
Rainy season, potential for plankton blooms
Jul
Rainy season, good chance of seeing schooling fish
Aug
Rainy season, marine life often congregates
Sep
End of rainy season, visibility starts to improve
Oct
Excellent visibility returning, start of manta ray season
Nov
Manta ray season in full swing
Dec
Manta ray season continues, good chance of whales
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