Angola
Sailfish Bay
About this Dive Site
Description
Sailfish Bay, a short boat trip from Lobito, offers a chance to witness the breathtaking speed of sailfish in their natural habitat. The sandy bottom also provides a resting place for stingrays and other fascinating bottom-dwelling creatures.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28°C | 28°C | 27°C | 26°C | 25°C | 23°C | 22°C | 22°C | 23°C | 25°C | 27°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
March, April, May, September, October
Jan
Coastal waters can be a bit murky due to rains. Good for spotting reef fish.
Feb
Similar to January, with potential for dolphin pods near the bay.
Mar
Rainy season ending, visibility improves. More diverse reef fish.
Apr
Clearer waters. Good for exploring shipwrecks in the area.
More monthly highlights
May
Stable conditions. Abundant smaller marine life on the reefs.
Jun
Cooler water. Possible sightings of seals near the coast.
Jul
Good for observing benthic creatures and smaller reef inhabitants.
Aug
Consistent marine life. Potential for encountering octopus.
Sep
Water begins to warm. Visibility improves. Increased plankton activity.
Oct
Plankton blooms can attract schools of smaller fish.
Nov
Warmer waters. Increased chance of seeing larger pelagic species.
Dec
Coastal waters can be less clear. Good for exploring the sheltered bay.
Please login to write a review