São Tomé and Príncipe
Lagoa Azul
About this Dive Site
Description
Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Lagoa Azul, the 'Blue Lagoon', a spectacular reef teeming with life on São Tomé's northern coast. Marvel at the kaleidoscope of colorful corals and encounter an abundance of fish, from playful clownfish to elegant surgeonfish and vibrant parrotfish.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
October, November, January, February, August, September, December
Jan
Good visibility, abundant reef fish
Feb
Turtle nesting season
Mar
Transition to wetter season, still good diving
Apr
Rainy season, visibility can be reduced
More monthly highlights
May
Rainy season, potential for plankton blooms
Jun
End of rainy season, visibility improving
Jul
Whale shark sightings begin
Aug
Peak whale shark season
Sep
Manta rays appear, good visibility
Oct
Peak manta ray season, excellent conditions
Nov
Manta ray season continues, good for macro life
Dec
End of manta ray season, start of turtle nesting
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