

Best for beginner divers, 13-18m, shore entry, moderate current.
Le Galion is a shore-entry reef dive in Angola suitable for beginner divers. The site features a reef structure ranging from 13 to 18 metres in depth. Divers should expect moderate currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 19C to 25C. Due to the presence of moderate currents and high boat traffic, divers must exercise caution and plan their profiles carefully. Always check local conditions before arrival, as support infrastructure is not confirmed. Avoid contact with sharp rocks and coral structures while navigating the site.
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Check locally for up-to-date conditions and any available facilities before arriving, as support infrastructure at this site is not confirmed. Given the moderate current, plan your dive to move with the flow rather than against it, and save air for a comfortable return to shore.
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Depth
13-18m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
19-25°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is considered a solid option for newly certified divers to build confidence on a real reef.
The reef structure at this site ranges from 13 to 18 metres in depth.
Le Galion is accessed via a shore entry.
Visibility generally ranges from 5 to 10 metres, and divers should be prepared for moderate currents and high boat traffic.
Monitor your bottom time carefully, plan your dive to move with the current, and avoid touching sharp rocks or coral.
Diving at Le Galion in Luanda requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Le Galion in Luanda. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Le Galion in Luanda are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.