

Best for beginner divers, 1-6m, shore entry, mild current.
The I&J Predator Exhibit is a controlled artificial reef environment located within the Two Oceans Aquarium on the Atlantic Seaboard. Divers navigate depths ranging from 1 to 6 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres. Visibility varies between 4 and 15 metres. The water temperature is cold, typically ranging from 14 to 17 degrees Celsius, and a wetsuit is recommended. Entry is via the shore, and the site is suitable for beginners. Divers should be aware of the overhead environment and the presence of sharks. Facilities including a dive shop, changing rooms, and rinse stations are available on-site. Bookings must be made in advance due to limited capacity.
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Book your dive slot well in advance as places are limited and the exhibit is popular year-round. All equipment can be hired through the on-site dive shop, so you do not need to bring your own gear.
Located at Dock Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 6m
Visibility
4-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-17°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
The site is an artificial reef environment featuring sharks.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 1 to 6 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
This is a shore entry dive.
The site is designed as a dive exhibit; please contact the aquarium to confirm if snorkelling is permitted.
Diving at I&J Predator Exhibit 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 I&J Predator Exhibit in Cape Town. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 17°C.
Divers at I&J Predator Exhibit in Cape Town should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
I&J Predator Exhibit in Cape Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at I&J Predator Exhibit in Cape Town typically ranges from 4 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.