Gansbaai Suggest edit

South Africa Suggest · South Africa 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

January to MarchBest months

14.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–16.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Gansbaai is a renowned dive site located in South Africa, famous for its diverse marine life and proximity to shark cage diving experiences. The area is characterized by rocky reefs and kelp forests, providing a rich habitat for various species.

Diving in Gansbaai offers opportunities to explore underwater caves and vibrant marine ecosystems. Divers may encounter a variety of fish species, seals, and occasionally larger pelagics. The site is also known for its cold water diving conditions.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 14.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–16.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

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Use a wide-angle lens for marine life and underwater landscapes; consider lighting for deeper dives.

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