This dive site, Aliwal Shoal Reef, offers a diverse range of diving experiences suitable for divers of various skill levels. The reef features both shallow and deeper sections, allowing exploration from beginner-friendly areas to more challenging wreck dives. Divers can enjoy exploring the underwater environment while appreciating the historical significance of the wrecks present. It’s known for its deep dives and the opportunity to encounter a wide array of marine life.
Aliwal Shoal
World-famous reef known for sharks, wrecks, and diverse life.
Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Marine Life
Dolphin
Reef Manta Ray
Sea Turtle
Sand Tiger Shark
Nudibranch
Octopus
Nurse Shark
Potato Grouper
Blacktip Reef Shark
Spotted Eagle Ray
True'S Beaked Whale
Humpback Whale
Oceanic Whitetip Shark
Tiger Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Offers shallow reef for beginners and deep sections with wrecks for advanced divers, catering to everyone.
Hazards:
currentdepthmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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