

Best for intermediate divers, 14-42m, boat entry, moderate current.
Klein Tafelberg Reef is a boat-access site featuring a combination of reef and pinnacle structures. The topography descends from 14 metres to a maximum depth of 42 metres, with an average depth of 28 metres. Divers should anticipate moderate currents and potential surge in shallower sections. Given the depth and cold water temperatures ranging from 13 to 16 degrees Celsius, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Visibility typically fluctuates between 10 and 20 metres. Due to the significant depth, divers must manage nitrogen narcosis risks and plan bottom times conservatively. A drysuit or thick wetsuit is essential for these cold conditions.
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Given the depth range and narcosis risk, plan your bottom time conservatively and confirm your dive plan with the skipper before entry. Check locally for current facility availability, as shore support is not guaranteed at this site.
Accessible only by boat, approximately 4.5km from Hout Bay Harbour.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-42m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-16°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
35 min
Best Time
Jan-Nov, Dec
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth range, which reaches 42 metres, and the presence of moderate currents and surge.
The site ranges from 14 metres to 42 metres, with an average depth of 28 metres.
This is a boat-access site; a boat is required to reach the reef and pinnacle.
Water temperatures range from 13 to 16 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Primary hazards include cold water, significant depth, potential nitrogen narcosis, and surge in shallower areas.
Diving at Klein Tafelberg Reef in Hout Bay requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Klein Tafelberg Reef in Hout Bay. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 16°C.
The best months to visit Klein Tafelberg Reef in Hout Bay are January, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.