

Best for beginner divers, 6-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Boulder's Rock is a shallow reef and kelp forest located in the Roman Rock Area of South Africa. Suitable for beginners, the site features an average depth of 8 metres, ranging between 6 and 10 metres. Divers navigate through a dense kelp canopy with visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. The site is accessed from the shore, requiring careful timing to navigate the surf and shore break. Divers should be aware of sea urchins along the rocks and monitor their depth near the steep reef drop-off. Water temperatures range from 15 to 18 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Night diving is permitted at this location.
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The shore entry involves a surf and shore break, so time your entry between sets and watch your footing on the way in, as sea urchins hide along the rocks. April and September offer the most settled conditions, and parking is available at the site.
Shore entry from the beach north of the parking area, from the low rock at the north-west of the beach, or from the deep gully to the west of the parking area between two large granite outcrops.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-10m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-18°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, Sep
Yes, the site is considered suitable for newly certified divers due to its shallow depth and manageable currents.
The site has an average depth of 8 metres, with a range between 6 and 10 metres.
This is a shore entry site. Divers must time their entry to account for the surf and shore break.
April and September offer the most settled conditions for diving.
Hazards include surf at the entry point and sea urchins hiding along the rocks. Additionally, the reef features a steep drop-off that requires careful depth monitoring.
Diving at Boulder's Rock in Simon's Town requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Boulder's Rock in Simon's Town. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 18°C.
Boulder's Rock in Simon's Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Boulder's Rock in Simon's Town typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.