Groot Bank Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

November to AprilBest months

18.0–22.0 °CWater (summer)

12.0–16.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Groot Bank is a renowned dive site located off the coast of Plettenberg Bay in the Western Cape, South Africa. It features a diverse marine ecosystem with opportunities to see various species of fish, kelp forests, and possibly larger marine life such as sharks and rays.

The dive offers a mix of rocky reefs and sandy bottoms, providing a habitat for a variety of marine species. Divers can expect to encounter vibrant marine life and unique underwater topography.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–22.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 12.0–16.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rocky sandy Suggest edit

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Wide-angle for marine life, macro for details

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