

Best for beginner divers, 4-18m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Castle Rock in the Roman Rock Area is a reef and kelp forest site featuring pinnacles that rise from 14 metres to 5 metres. Divers can explore a variety of reef structures and swim-throughs within the kelp. The site has an average depth of 10 metres, with a total depth range of 4 to 18 metres. It is accessible by both shore and boat, and the rock structure provides shelter from north-westerly winds. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 25 metres, with mild currents. Divers should be aware of boat traffic and surge. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving.
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Depth
4-18m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
14-17°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, Sep
The site has a depth range of 4 to 18 metres, with an average depth of approximately 10 metres.
Yes, Castle Rock is suitable for beginner divers.
Access to the site is available by both shore and boat.
The best months to dive at Castle Rock are April and September.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic in the area and potential surge.
Diving at Castle Rock in Cape Town requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Castle Rock in Cape Town. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Castle Rock in Cape Town are April and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Castle Rock in Cape Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Castle Rock in Cape Town typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.