When To Go · Destination Guide
Color-soaked streets, calm leeward reefs, and year-round dive reliability
When to go
Diving is yearround.
Best overall window
Glassier seas, warm water near 29°C and lighter trades.
Outside that window
Stronger trades and chop, possible surge at points.
Start with the overall answer, then switch only when scuba, freedive, snorkel, or topside timing changes the trip in a meaningful way.
The overall row stays visible so you can compare it against the currently selected scope.
| Scope | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Overall - Jan: Good | Overall - Feb: Good | Overall - Mar: Good | Overall - Apr: Good | Overall - May: Tradeoffs | Overall - Jun: Tradeoffs | Overall - Jul: Tradeoffs | Overall - Aug: Tradeoffs | Overall - Sep: Best | Overall - Oct: Best | Overall - Nov: Best | Overall - Dec: Best |
These do not replace the overall planner. Use them only if a specific animal or event is driving your trip dates.
Sea Turtle Nesting
May to Dec
Nesting on the north coast within Shete Boka.
Coral Spawning
Best for Scuba
Aug to Oct
Night dives may coincide with southern Caribbean fullmoon windows.
Built from climate references, access rules, and destination operators. Wildlife timing and route flexibility can shift year to year.