

Best for advanced divers, 5-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Shark's Mouth is a wall dive located at Five Finger Rock within Cabrits National Park. The site is named for the large barrel sponges found along the wall, which resemble the mouth of a shark. Divers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 40 metres. Access is by boat only, as the site is situated 1000 metres from the shore. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent, ranging from 27C to 29C throughout the year. Due to the depth and current, this site is suitable for advanced divers. Hazards include sharp coral. Species recorded around this area include frogfish, wrasses, groupers, and Caribbean spiny lobster.
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The site is named for the huge barrel sponges that resemble shark mouths.
The site is reached by a 5-minute boat ride from the dive center.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Moderate
Species recorded around this area include frogfish, Brazilian reef octopus, rock beauty, French angelfish, spotted moray, spotted scorpionfish, great barracuda, Indian lionfish, fairy basslet, wrasses, lettuce sea slug, groupers, Caribbean spiny lobster, and Christmas tree worm.
No, Shark's Mouth is classified as an advanced dive site due to its depth and the presence of moderate currents.
The site features a wall that descends to a maximum depth of 40 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 1000 metres from the shore.
Due to the depth of the wall and the advanced nature of the site, it is primarily intended for scuba diving.
Diving at Shark's Mouth in Portsmouth requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Shark's Mouth in Portsmouth. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
Expect moderate currents at Shark's Mouth in Portsmouth. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Shark's Mouth in Portsmouth typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.