English Bay Suggest edit

Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha Suggest · Ascension Island Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

January to JuneBest months

24.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

20.0–24.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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English Bay is a scenic dive site located on Ascension Island, known for its diverse marine life and unique underwater topography. The bay features a mix of rocky outcrops and sandy bottoms, providing a variety of habitats for marine species.

Diving at English Bay offers opportunities to explore vibrant coral reefs, encounter schools of tropical fish, and observe larger species such as turtles and rays. The site is suitable for divers of various skill levels, with areas that cater to both beginners and more experienced divers.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 20.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rocky sandy coral Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Use a wide-angle lens for capturing the reef, and be mindful of lighting conditions.

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