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Turtle Power

Apia, Tuamasaga, Samoa

A shallow Apia-area shore dive named for frequent turtle encounters in published local and visitor accounts.

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WaterMarine
AccessConditional shore dive requiring current local confirmation. Upolu dive-shop access is not reliably scheduled; confirm a qualified guide and lawful entry before planning.
ExperienceBeginner only in calm, guided conditions; Intermediate if surf, current or visibility is challenging
Maximum depthApproximately 5–20 m; local conditions and guide determine the profile
Best seasonPotentially year-round in calm seas; May–October is generally drier, while wet/cyclone weather can interrupt access November–April.
VisibilityVariable; shore surge, runoff and plankton may reduce clarity.

Aquatic life at this dive site

What divers may encounter

Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.

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Aquatic life research in progress

NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.

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Aquatic life research in progress

NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.

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Aquatic life research in progress

NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.

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Photographs

Three views rotate from the published gallery on each visit.
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Dive videos

Three featured video positions are reserved on every profile.
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Published reference location

Location map

The marker shows the public coordinates associated with this profile. Confirm current access, moorings, and departure details before the dive.
Published reference coordinates-13.81700, -171.73500
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Recent field observations

Diver-reported temperatures

Automatically checked observations from dives during the past 14 days. Three reports are visible at a time; scroll for more.
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A report that passes the automatic checks will appear here with the dive date, diver’s display name, and temperatures at each depth.

Reports are automatically checked for plausible dates, depths, and temperatures. They are observations, not forecasts; confirm conditions before diving.

Diver field observation

Report temperatures

Reports publish automatically when the date, depths, and temperatures pass the checks. You must be signed in to submit.

Depth readings

Why divers know this place

Highlights

Shallow reef scenery and potential green-turtle encounters; wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Before you arrive

Access notes

Do not use the displayed point to select an entry. Confirm permission, sea state, a buddy/guide and emergency support.

Plan within your training

Conditions and hazards

Surf, surge, current, boat traffic, limited visibility, coral injury and wildlife disturbance. Keep distance from turtles and never touch, chase or feed them.

At the site

Facilities and support

No guaranteed site services; arrange scuba equipment, oxygen, first aid, communications and transport in advance.

Independent resource notice

This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.