Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Turtle Town
About this Dive Site
Description
Turtle Town on Home Island is a prime location for observing sea turtles in their natural habitat. Divers are often treated to the sight of these gentle giants peacefully grazing on seagrass or gracefully navigating the crystal-clear waters, surrounded by beautiful coral gardens.
Best Time to Dive
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| 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C | 28°C | 28°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Peak Season
April, May, January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October
Jan
Good chance of seeing turtles nesting on nearby beaches.
Feb
Continued turtle nesting activity.
Mar
Transitioning out of rainy season, visibility improving.
Apr
Excellent visibility, calm seas, start of manta ray season.
More monthly highlights
May
Peak manta ray season, often seen feeding.
Jun
Manta ray sightings continue, good chance of seeing reef sharks.
Jul
Whale shark sightings possible, though less common than mantas.
Aug
Good overall diving conditions, diverse marine life.
Sep
Continued good visibility and calm seas.
Oct
Transitioning into the wetter season, visibility can fluctuate.
Nov
Rainy season begins, visibility may be reduced by plankton.
Dec
Continued rainy season, potential for higher rainfall.
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