Swannee Reef
About this Dive Site
Description
Discover the vibrant shallows of Swannee Reef near La Paz, a perfect introduction to diving with a maximum depth of just 12 meters. This site bursts with colorful coral formations and a lively cast of marine inhabitants, including angelfish, parrotfish, and pufferfish, with the chance of spotting a graceful sea turtle.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 22°C | 22°C | 23°C | 24°C | 25°C | 26°C | 27°C | 27°C | 26°C | 25°C | 23°C | 22°C |
Peak Season
April, May, October, November, January, February, March, June, September, December
Jan
Sea lion colonies are active, good visibility
Feb
Continued good conditions for sea lion encounters
Mar
Warming waters, potential for whale shark sightings
Apr
Peak whale shark season, excellent visibility
More monthly highlights
May
Whale shark season continues, manta rays possible
Jun
Manta ray season, good for reef diving
Jul
Rainy season, visibility can be reduced, but marine life is abundant
Aug
Continued rainy season, good for macro life
Sep
Conditions improving after rainy season, manta rays possible
Oct
Excellent conditions for manta rays and sea lions
Nov
Manta ray season, sea lions are very active
Dec
Sea lion colonies are a highlight, good visibility
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