

Best for beginner divers, 3-20m, shore entry, moderate current.
Porthkerris Beach on the Lizard Peninsula offers a versatile shore-entry site featuring a mix of reef, drift, and kelp forest environments. Suitable for beginners, the site ranges from 3 to 20 metres in depth, with an average of 15 metres. Visibility is variable, typically between 3 and 15 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and cold water temperatures ranging from 10 to 16C. Facilities at the site include a dive shop, equipment rental, air fills, and guided tours. Hazards include sea urchins in shallow areas and potential entanglement in kelp. A drysuit or thick wetsuit is recommended for all dives.
50.06550, -5.06616
Porthkerris is generally flat calm in the summer when prevailing south west winds are strong, as the cove is protected from all but easterly winds.
The beach is located at the end of a narrow country road. A private road down to the cove is approximately one mile long and narrow.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-20m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
10-16°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
May, Sep
Yes, this site is suitable for beginners and is often used by newly certified divers to build confidence in temperate conditions.
Depths at this site range from 3 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Porthkerris Beach is a shore-entry site.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
May and September offer the best balance of visibility and calmer sea conditions.
Hazards include cold water, moderate currents, low visibility, and potential entanglement in kelp. Sea urchins are also present in the shallower areas.
Diving at Porthkerris Beach in St Keverne requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Porthkerris Beach in St Keverne. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Porthkerris Beach in St Keverne. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 16°C.
Expect moderate currents at Porthkerris Beach in St Keverne. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Porthkerris Beach in St Keverne typically ranges from 3 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.