The Pinnacle Suggest edit

Ireland Suggest · Kenmare Municipal District Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

14.0–18.0 °CWater (summer)

8.0–12.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Pinnacle is a renowned dive site located off the coast of Munster, Kerry. It features a prominent underwater rock formation that attracts a variety of marine life, making it a popular spot for divers seeking both adventure and biodiversity.

Divers can explore the vertical walls and ledges of The Pinnacle, which are home to colorful corals, sponges, and a variety of fish species. The dive typically involves navigating around the pinnacle and observing the marine ecosystem in its natural habitat.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 14.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 8.0–12.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting during midday; macro photography of marine life recommended.

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