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Diving in Antarctica in March

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March is a good month to dive in Antarctica. Conditions are reliable, with comfortable water temperatures and solid marine life action.

Season rating
Good season
Water temperature
-1–1°C
Conditions in
March

What you might see

Humpback whales DolphinsSea turtles

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Frequently asked questions

Is March a good month to dive in Antarctica?

March in Antarctica is rated as good season. Water temperatures are around -1–1°C and conditions are usually suitable for liveaboard trips.

What can you see diving in Antarctica in March?

In March, divers in Antarctica typically encounter the marine life highlighted on this page, with seasonal aggregations depending on currents, plankton blooms and breeding cycles.

Should I book a Antarctica liveaboard for March or wait?

If you want this month's specific marine life and conditions, book early — peak departures fill up months ahead. If you are flexible, compare February and April which often share similar conditions.

Find a liveaboard for March

Compare available Antarctica liveaboards departing in March.

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Best time to dive · March

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