RMS Athens Wreck Suggest edit

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10Max dive depth

10.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

November to MarchBest months

16.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

12.0–16.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The RMS Athens wreck is a shallow site near Mouille Point, Cape Town, where the British steamship sank in 1865 and parts of the wreckage remain visible.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 16.0–20.0 °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:
sand wreck Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Bring a wide-angle lens for wreck shots and a macro lens for marine life.

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