Best for advanced divers, 36-58m, shore entry.
Wondergat is a submerged sinkhole in the South African highveld, providing a demanding overhead environment for technical and cave divers. The site features a shaft that descends from the shallows to a maximum depth of 58 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres. Visibility fluctuates between 6 and 30 metres, often decreasing in the lower sections. Divers must manage cold water temperatures, which can reach 14°C at depth. The site is accessible via a shore entry and offers facilities including air fills, equipment rental, and changing rooms. Due to the significant depth and overhead environment, this site is suitable only for advanced divers with appropriate technical certification.
-25.86925, 25.88945
Visibility is often better during winter because there are fewer divers kicking up a mess and less rain runoff bringing in silt.
Access is by newly built steps. The walk down the steps fully kitted up requires good balance and the return after the dive can be strenuous.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
36-58m
Visibility
6-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Current
None
No, this site is intended for advanced divers with specific cave and technical training due to the overhead environment and significant depths.
The shaft reaches a maximum depth of 58 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres.
Wondergat is a shore entry site.
Divers must manage cold water, significant depth, potential entanglement, low visibility, and the risks associated with an overhead environment.
Yes, the site provides equipment rental, air fills, and gear storage facilities.
Diving at Wondergat in Mafikeng requires the following certifications: Advanced, Cave, Technical. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Wondergat in Mafikeng typically ranges from 6 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
