When To Go · Destination Guide
Dakar Peninsula
Atlantic wrecks, volcanic rock and Ngor apnea training at the edge of Dakar
When To Go · Destination Guide
Atlantic wrecks, volcanic rock and Ngor apnea training at the edge of Dakar
When to go
Plan first around the dry season from November to May, with realistic allowances for Atlantic upwelling, wind, site-by-site visibility and commercial boat cancellation.
Best overall window
All twelve months remain potential land-trip months.
Outside that window
Visibility can swing more from day to day.
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: Best | Overall - Feb: Best | Overall - Mar: Best | Overall - Apr: Best | Overall - May: Best | Overall - Jun: Off | Overall - Jul: Off | Overall - Aug: Off | Overall - Sep: Off | Overall - Oct: Off | 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.
Green turtles reported in Ngor Bay
Best for Snorkel, Scuba
Check current season
Nautilus reports feeding or resident green sea turtles in Ngor Bay, but no credible month-specific peak or encounter probability was established.
Rays and reef-associated fish near wrecks
Best for Scuba
Check current season
Oceanium describes rays, grouper and other reef-associated wildlife near the Tacoma and rocky sites.
Seabird and protected landscape viewing
Best for Topside
Check current season
The Madeleine islands are managed for seabird and marine ecosystem protection.
Built from climate references, access rules, and destination operators. Wildlife timing and route flexibility can shift year to year.