Scuba Diving on the Cape Peninsula

Cape Town and the Western Cape The Western Cape is famous for its rich biodiversity and that biodiversity extends into the waters. Owing to two ocean currents meeting at Cape Point, the waters surrounding the Cape Peninsula are abundant with endemic species – many can only be seen in False Bay. These currents often wash warm water visitors into our waters, such as manta rays and whale sharks! The Cape waters boast numerous wrecks of historical significance, kelp forests where curious cowsharks roam, large painted boulders dancing with klipfish, triplefins and gobies. 

Diving can be done in Cape Town’s coastal villages of Hout Bay,  Kommetjie, Simon's Town, Glencairn, Fish Hoek and Kalk Bay .  Deeper wrecks and reefs can be reached by boats and local diving operations offer this opportunity. For those with less experience, shark cage diving offers the brave a close look at great whites. For those looking for more, snorkelling and scuba diving, for the more experienced, bring you into the hidden world under the sea.

If you enjoyed scuba diving in Cape Town you may be interested in some of these other recommended Cape Town activities.

Sea Kayaking, Simon’s Town:
Get close to the water in a stable sea kayak and visit the African penguins from the water. More...

Boat Trips:
Boats head off in various directions from the Simon’s Town jetty and cover harbour tours, whale watching, shark cage diving, pelagic birding, seal island and trips to Cape Point. More...

Whale Watching, Simon’s Town:
Simons’ Town land based viewing of Southern Right Whales (also Humpbacks and Bryde’s whales) from June – November, or you can get up close and personal on a whale watching boat trip. More... 

Horse-riding on Noordhoek Beach:
Saddle up and horse ride along Noordhoek Beach or through the Noordhoek Wetlands. More...

Surfing at Muizenberg:
Surf shops at Surfers’ Corner in Muizenberg hire out gear for surfing, kite surfing, stand up paddling and land sailing. Surfing lessons are available in Muizenberg. More…

Landsailing in Muizenberg:
This is where sailing meets the speedway – have a blast on the track with the adrenalin rush of sailing a land yacht. More... 

Kite-surfing, Cape Town:
Cape Town is one of the best locations in the world for kite-surfing. Try this high adrenalin sport! More..

Deep Sea Fishing, Hout Bay:
Experience deep sea or inshore fishing with qualified and experienced skippers and crew who make this a memorable excursion. More…

Duiker Seal Island, Hout Bay:
Daily charters from Hout Bay Harbour to Duiker Seal Island beneath the well known Sentinel Mountain where you can view thousands of Cape Fur Seals in their natural enviroment. Departs daily from Hout Bay Harbour- 35 mins. More…

Great White Shark Cage Diving:
Meet the apex predators of our oceans in False Bay or Gansbaai on a shark cage diving experience.  More...

Hiking, Cape Town: 
Hiking is one of the most popular activities to get the best views without the crowds. Trails and guided walks available.  More...

Biking, Cape Town: 
Hop on a bike and do it on wheels – road or mountain bike the Cape Point Route (or part thereof!). More...

Golfing: 
Take in a round of golf at one of the beautiful parkland courses in the area.More...

Relaxing, Cape Town Spas:   
Give yourself a treat with an indulgent spa treatment at one of our day spas or beauty salons. More...