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Rausu Kelp Forest
About this Dive Site
Description
Immerse yourself in the enchanting Rausu Kelp Forest, a vibrant underwater ecosystem teeming with life. Explore this dense kelp jungle, home to colorful nudibranchs, scuttling crabs, and spiny sea urchins, with the rare and awe-inspiring possibility of encountering migrating humpback whales.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
May, June, July, September, October
Jan
Ice diving opportunities, seals, sea eagles
Feb
Peak ice diving season, abundant seals
Mar
Melting ice, seals, possibility of orcas
Apr
Ice recedes, increased marine life activity
More monthly highlights
May
Spring bloom, salmon runs begin, sea otters
Jun
Abundant kelp forests, sea otters, various fish species
Jul
Peak summer diving, rich biodiversity
Aug
Warmer waters, potential for plankton blooms affecting visibility
Sep
Visibility improves, good for macro life
Oct
Autumn colors underwater, sea otters, possibility of whales
Nov
Cooler waters, seals, preparation for winter
Dec
First ice formation, seals, sea eagles
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