East Timor
Vila
About this Dive Site
Description
Descend along the dramatic wall of Vila, a spectacular dive site showcasing colossal gorgonian fans, ancient barrel sponges, and delicate black corals. This impressive reef is also a magnet for pelagic visitors, offering chances to spot powerful tuna, schooling barracuda, and the occasional majestic hammerhead shark.
Best Time to Dive
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| 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C | 29°C | 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Peak Season
January, February, March, October, November, December, April, May, September
Jan
Excellent visibility, warm waters, potential for pelagics.
Feb
Peak season for manta rays and whale sharks.
Mar
Continued excellent conditions, manta ray season.
Apr
Still great diving, visibility might slightly decrease.
More monthly highlights
May
Good diving, transition to wetter season.
Jun
Rainy season, visibility can be reduced by plankton blooms.
Jul
Rainy season, potential for plankton blooms affecting visibility.
Aug
Rainy season, visibility can be impacted.
Sep
Rainy season winding down, visibility improving.
Oct
Excellent conditions return, warm water and great visibility.
Nov
Peak season for manta rays and whale sharks.
Dec
Continued excellent diving, manta ray season.
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