

Best for advanced divers, 18-29m, boat entry, moderate current.
Cathedral is a reef site located 4000 metres offshore at Aliwal Shoal. This advanced dive site features depths ranging from 18 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres. Access is strictly by boat. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility that typically fluctuates between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures vary throughout the year, ranging from 21C in August and September to 25C during the summer months. Hazards at this site include jellyfish, lionfish, sharp coral, stonefish, strong currents, and surf. Typical dive times are approximately 45 minutes.
-30.24470, 30.84700
During the Raggie season it is possible to see up to 40 ragged-tooth sharks resting within the amphitheatre.
Boat launch through the surf.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
18-29m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-25°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
No, this site is classified for advanced divers only.
The depth ranges from 18 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres.
Cathedral is a boat dive located 4000 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 21C in August and September to 25C between January and March.
Divers should be aware of jellyfish, lionfish, sharp coral, stonefish, strong currents, and surf.
Diving at Cathedral in Umkomaas requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cathedral in Umkomaas. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Cathedral in Umkomaas are July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.