Experience the magic of scuba diving Cape Town's kelp forest, coral reef, or shipwrecks!
Located on the southern tip of the African Continent is the vibrant city of Cape Town! Cape Town's coast is home to diverse species of marine life. From whales and dolphins to the Great African Kelp Forest, there is so much to see when scuba diving in Cape Town!
Scuba diving in Cape Town offers an incredible experience for experienced and beginner scuba divers alike. What better way to immerse yourself in this incredible region than by taking a scuba diving excursion with 2 boat dives, allowing you to choose between seeing a kemp forest, coral reef, or shipwrecks! Don't have your PADI-Open Water Certification? No problem, snorkelers are also welcome to join the fun!
Your scuba diving in Cape Town adventure begins after being picked up from your accommodations in central Cape Town (please specify when booking) or you can choose to meet onsite. Either way, upon your arrival at the diving centre, you and your group (a maximum of 5 participants) will be greeted by your experienced and certified scuba diving instructor. After a safety and itinerary briefing, you'll receive your scuba diving equipment, which includes one tank per person. Now, the fun starts! You'll board the boat and your Captain will chart a course for the first diving location of the day, the Kelp Forests of Cape Town! En route, you'll enjoy the stunning panorama as you go, don't forget your camera!
Did you know that kelp forests are recognized as one of the most productive and dynamic ecosystems on Earth? In addition, they can grow up to 30 metres (98 feet) in length. When diving in the Kelp Forests of Cape Town, you'll be enchanted by the changing and mysterious light. Don't forget to keep your eyes peeled for marine life, if luck is on your side you may see octopi, small sharks, various species of fish, and more!
Your Cape Town scuba diving excursion continues to the next dive site, either the Soft Coral Reef or one of Cape Town's many historic shipwrecks! Along the way, as you skim across the water on the boat, you may observe other shipwrecks, seal colonies, whales, dolphins, and penguins against the breathtaking backdrop of the mountains that surround Cape Town, a truly unique and memorable experience! At the Soft Coral Reef you will be greeted by the distinctive colours of the coral in this area, including purple, orange, brown, and various shades of pastel!
Where shipwrecks are concerned, Cape Town has over 800 wrecks – not surprising since the Cape Peninsula is also know as the Cape of Storms! You will be able to explore fascinating wrecks from the Dutch and English East India Companies, the British Royal Navy, WW1, WW2, and so much more! These wrecks also often attract unique coral reef and a variety of marine life too. At the end of the day, you'll return to the orignal departure point with lifelong memories of your time spent scuba diving in Cape Town!
For an unforgettable underwater adventure in South Africa, don't miss this scuba diving excursion in Cape Town!
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Practical information
Full-day boat trip and scuba diving adventure in Cape Town, including 2 scuba diving sessions at separate diving locations. This dive is available to all divers who hold their PADI open water certification, but snorkellers are also welcome. Complimentary hotel pick-up is also included.
- Pick-up from your accommodations in the centre of Cape Town (please specify when booking)
- Arrival at the Diving Centre
- Meet your certified instructor and Captain
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Receive your diving equipment
- Board the boat
- The adventure begins!
- First dive in the Kelp Forests
- Head to the second dive site
- Second dive at the Soft Coral Reef
- Return to the original departure point in Cape Town
-Debrief and de-equip
-End of activity
All scuba diving participants must have completed their PADI Open Water Course or equivalent and provide proof of certification.
If participants are not PADI-certified, they are welcome to join this excursion as snorkellers.
Please indicate the address of your accommodations when booking.
Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.
In addition, a Go Pro rental and extra tanks are available onsite at an additional fee.
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change based on the weather conditions.
- Equipment rental: full set and 1 tank
- MPA permit: valid for one month
- FREE wi-fi in the shop
- FREE washing of any gear that you might use
- Hotel transfers (please specify when booking)
- Snorkelling equipment
- Captain
- Food and beverages
- Photos or videos
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Change of clothing
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Snacks
- Water