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Coral Gardens

Western Province, South Africa
Depth
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59ft
Visibility
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16ft - 49ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Experienced

About Coral Gardens

Coral Gardens is located near Hottentotshuisie Bay in the Oudekraal Reserve.When the conditions are good this is a spectacular dive site, but the site is very exposed so beware of strong currents. A variety of hard and soft coral, urchins and anemones form a brightly coloured underwater garden and makes this one of the most beautiful sites in the Peninsula. The site can be reached by boat from Three Anchor Bay. Shore access is possible from the Hottentotshuisie parking lot. Follow the concrete drainage channel over the rocks to the water's edge, followed by a 100m swim to the end of a long flattish rock. Descend directly behind this rock.

Coral Gardens Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Reef
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:18m
Visibility Range:5m - 15m
Experience Level:Experienced
Best Gas:21% - 50% O2

Marine Life

  • Fish Species
  • Soft Coral
  • Anemones
  • Urchin
  • Hard Coral

Weather Conditions

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Dive Site Hazards

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