

Best for intermediate divers, 12-22m, boat entry, mild current.
Friskies Pinnacle is a marine dive site located in the Roman Rock Area of False Bay. This pinnacle features a top depth of 12 metres and reaches a maximum depth of 22 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Access to the site is by boat only. Divers should be aware of potential strong currents, though conditions are generally mild. The site is suited for intermediate divers. The topography includes shallower areas with red-bait pods and sections populated by strawberry anemones, providing opportunities for macro photography.
-34.17963, 18.46370
A DSMB could be useful to indicate your position if you ascend away from the shot line.
Boat access only. 5.7 km from Miller's Point slipway, 3.6 km from Simon's Town jetty, or 3.5 km from Long Beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-22m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-17°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Aug
The pinnacle ranges from 12 metres at its shallowest point to a maximum depth of 22 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
No, Friskies Pinnacle is rated for intermediate divers.
Access to Friskies Pinnacle is by boat only.
The best months to dive at Friskies Pinnacle are May and August.
Divers should be aware of the potential for strong currents.
Diving at Friskies Pinnacle 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 Friskies Pinnacle in Simon's Town. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Friskies Pinnacle in Simon's Town are May and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Friskies Pinnacle in Simon's Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.