Simonstown, Cape Town
All year round
Max Depths:
12 meters
Water temp:
12°c - 18°C
Visibility: 5m – 15m
Open Water OR ABOVE
SIMONS TOWN, CAPE TOWN
ALL YEAR ROUND
MAX DEPTH: 12M
WATER TEMP: 12°C – 18°C
VISIBILITY: 5M – 15M
OPEN WATER OR ABOVE
Daily Guided Shore Dives package with full equipment, two guided shore dives, lunch and transport from dive centre to dive sites.
Cape Town is quite unique in that there is a huge variety of shore entries available on both sides of the peninsula. False Bay has beautiful, thick kelp forests which creates an unusual environment for exploring, as well as a refuge for small animals and schools of reef fish. One will encounter numerous nudibranchs (over 80 species have been documented), crustaceans and lobsters, anemones, feather-stars, brittle-stars, sponges, sea-fans, octopus and cuttlefish, as well as many species of interesting fish, such as the Klipvis of which there are 34 known species in False Bay alone.
False Bay falls into a Marine Protected Area where no marine organisms may be removed or disturbed.
Shore diving lends itself to small groups, longer dives, exploration and a more intimate diving experience. Photographers often prefer shallow shore dives due to better light available and shore diving also suits less experienced and confident divers.
Our shore diving package includes all diving equipment, transfers from the dive centre to the dive site and back, lunch with hot or cold drink and a good debrief afterwards. We have many marine ID books in the dive centre to help you identify the critters you have seen.
Please Note: Due to the recent rabies outbreak we will be suspending the seal dive.
GALLERY
SHORE DIVE PACKAGE
R2,400.00
SINGLE SHORE DIVE
R1,700.00
GUIDED SHORE DIVES VIDEO
MEAL OPTIONS
REVIEWS
- EliasM
We did the Seal and Kelp dive and we were truly amazed. Lots of life under water and the seals are certainly a highlight! The guides were professional and... read more 
February 1, 2020 - F8388QDashleyd So, I didn’t actually get to go on a dive with Pisces because of weather conditions but I’m still giving this shop 5 stars. I contacted the shop to schedule... read more
November 10, 2019 - catewalters A once in a lifetime dive! - We had a once-in-a-lifetime dive experience with Pisces Divers, and their kind, wonderful staff made it all possible! Jacqi was incredibly helpful in getting us booked and set up for... read more
September 19, 2022 - amgraham2020 Seal Snorkeling Fun! - I did the simple seal snorkel, and this was my very first time doing any snorkeling/diving. The team was super fun to be with, and fit us with gear very... read more
April 6, 2022 - They are very helpful and friendly people. On top of that they are very organized. Doing excellent job. Also gave me great tips about finding place to stay, get... read more
Sanran G
January 25, 2019 - Flagg M Really well run operation. In an era of social distancing concerns, I really appreciated the effort of the owner, manager and majority of staff members to wear masks consistently... read more
September 1, 2020 - Luke B I had an awesome experience doing my Padi Open Water course at Pisces Divers! Vito, Ross, Mark, and Arno were all such great instructors. Super calm, knowledgable and easy to... read more
June 15, 2019 - MSaffa14 Great to be home, Top shop in Simon’s! - Always a reliable spot to get in the water with their DM’s! Great entry level shore dives, boat dives with amazing sites! Shop is homey, sells all the bits and... read more
January 5, 2023 - Had a stunning 2 dives with them today. From arrival made to feel like family. Very friendly greeting from Jacky at reception and all staff explaining workings. Did a stunning... read more
Pietre73
December 1, 2018 - Julia T A well organized and professional operation. Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff . The centre was well equipped and set up and the shop stocks a good selection of gear to... read more
September 4, 2021
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Cape Point Ocean Safari
See Cape Point from a different angle. Jump into the water with the Cape Fur Seals and have a blast with the clowns of the sea. The Cape Fur Seal activity is available all year and anybody is welcome to join in on this activity.
WRECK & REEF
The Cape waters are littered with thousands of shipwrecks, recent and ancient, on the shore and in deep water. Common wreck dives are the Maori, the Astor, the Katzu Maru, the Smitswinkel Bay wrecks and the SAS Pietermaritzburg.
