Antarctica — Best time to dive

Diving in Antarctica in November

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November 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
-11°C
Conditions in
November

What you might see

Sea turtlesHumpback whales Low season

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Frequently asked questions

Is November a good month to dive in Antarctica?

November 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 November?

In November, 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 November 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 October and December which often share similar conditions.

Find a liveaboard for November

Compare available Antarctica liveaboards departing in November.

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