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Kelp Forest Shore Dives

R 2,500.00
One or two dives?

Itinerary of your day

A brief description of the day

  • Meet at Dive Team at 8am in the morning
  • Sign indemnities and check dive certification cards
  • Equipment setup and testing
  • Load equipment in Shore dive vehicle
  • Briefing for first dive
  • Travel to dive site
  • Proceed to first dive site and start dive one
  • Exit water and surface interval, cylinder swap
  • Briefing for second dive site and start dive two
  • Return to dive centre for hot shower, hot beverage, debrief and log books.

Included, Excluded, What to bring

What's Included?

  • One / Two guided scuba dives (snorkelers welcome)
  • Dive briefing by Dive Guide
  • Full Equipment for Scuba / Freediving
  • Bottled water and hot drink
  • Fresh Seasonal Fruits, Chocolates / Snacks
  • Private hot showers at Dive Team
  • Coffee / Tea / Hot Chocolate
  • Equipment washing facilities at Dive Team

Excluded

  • Transport to Dive Team (we recommend using UBER)
  • Camera
  • Dive Insurance (You can get temporary insurance from DAN Southern Africa)

What To Bring

  • Dive Certification Card
  • Towel
  • Warm / Waterproof Jacket
  • Bathing suit / Swimming costume
  • Sunblock
  • Camera
  • Own dive equipment if preferred

Please note online bookings unavailable 24 hours before your dive. Reach out by phone or email to check availability.

Booking terms and conditions

Description

Dive into the Kelp Forests: Cape Town's Best Dive Adventures

Get ready to embark on a shore dive like no other, where Cape Town’s stunning coastline and vibrant marine life await. Imagine descending into the magical world of kelp forests, where every scuba dive / snorkel offers a new adventure in one of the planet’s most biodiverse underwater habitats.

Shore diving in Cape Town is more than just a dive—it's a journey into the heart of the local diving culture. Experience the thrill of exploring these pristine waters on your own terms, free from the constraints of boats and rigid schedules. With the freedom to dive at your own pace, you can truly immerse yourself in the rich underwater landscapes that make Cape Town a diver’s paradise.

The kelp forests here are teeming with life, offering a close encounter with marine species you won’t find anywhere else. From the vibrant Nudibranch and curious Klipvis to graceful Stingrays, elusive Catsharks, and bustling crustaceans like lobsters, every dive is a chance to discover something new and extraordinary.

As you explore these captivating dive sites, you'll not only encounter mesmerizing marine life but also create memories that will stay with you long after you’ve surfaced. Cape Town’s kelp forests are waiting—are you ready to dive into this underwater wonderland?

Important Note: Shore entry dives can be physically demanding. Depending on the dive site, you might need to walk about 100 meters in your wetsuit and with your dive gear to reach the water. Our dive guides are more than happy to assist you, if you have concerns about your physical capabilities talk to us about assistance or you might want to consider opting for a boat dives instead.

Possible Wildlife Sightings

Although there are no guarantees when it comes to nature, we have seen some of these on dives:

  • Shoretail Stingrays
  • Eagle Rays
  • African Penguins
  • Sunfish (Mola Mola)
  • Seals (No diving or snorkeling around colonies, please see post regarding Seals and Rabies)
  • Cape Clawless Otter
  • Octopus and Cuttle fish
  • Gully Sharks
  • Sevengill Sharks
  • 4 Species of Shyshark (Pajama shark, Puffadder Shyshark, Dark Shyshark)