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Tortuga Island

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All about Tortuga Island dive site

Tortuga Island is often described with a certain sparkle—open water, a sense of space, and the feeling that big encounters are possible when conditions line up. It’s a dive that can feel cinematic when visibility opens up

What to see

Hammerhead sharks, galápagos sharks, and manta rays are often mentioned as possibilities, with sea turtles and sea lions also in the mix. Schooling fish such as barracuda may appear when the water is moving

When To Go Diving

December to May usually brings warmer water and calmer seas, while June to November or December tends to be cooler and more nutrient-rich. Water across the islands is often described within about 16–28°C overall, and visibility commonly ranges around 10–25 m, depending on plankton and current