Plongée sous-marine en San Diego
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Conditions de plongée
The water temperatures range from 59 to 72°F (15-22°C) on the surface and 50 to 56°F (10-13°C) at depth. Consequently, most divers wear a 6mm/7mm wetsuit or a dry suit.
The intensity of the currents varies from dive site to dive site, but they can get very strong.
Visibility also varies; in La Jolla, where most of the shore diving occurs, the average visibility is 10-20 feet (3-6 meters). The visibility gets better offshore, though. To enjoy the best visibility, as noted above, you should come between the months of July and February.
Types de plongée
Points forts
The Kelp Forests
When mentioning San Diego, those familiar with the area will most likely recommend you dive one of the kelp forests. The region is home to some of the most spectacular giant kelp in the world. Some of the best spots to kelp are Boomers’ Kelp Forest, Rock Pile at La Jolla Cove, and Point Loma Kelp Beds. Besides the giant kelp that can grow to exceed 100 feet (30 meters), there are also hundreds of species of fish and large mammals such as sharks and seals.
Wreck Alley
Wreck Alley is an area off the coast of Mission Beach which got its name because of the collection of ships which have been intentionally sunk as artificial reefs. The most impressive wreck of this reef system is the HCMS Yukon, a 366- foot (111-meter) long Canadian destroyer.
Marine Life
Seals and sea lions are a major attraction for divers in La Jolla, a seaside area situated north. The nutrient-rich waters are teeming with marine life. Among the other animals you can spot here there’s also the gray whales, sevengill sharks, soupfin sharks, leopard sharks, market squid, grunions, green turtles, and even dolphins.
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