2 Mile Reef

Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa

Depth

20m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

2 Mile Reef

Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa

Depth

20m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

About 2 Mile Reef

This long reef is one of the most commonly dived reefs in the area and is located only a few minutes offshore.The reef is covered in various corals growths and also has some interesting features within the reef such as caves and crevices.There are also a good amount of reef fish and plenty eels

2 Mile Reef Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Cave

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

20m

Visibility Range

10m – 30m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 47%

O₂

CNS Load (35 min)

12% at 18m / 36%

O₂

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Marine Life

Various

Weather Conditions

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Dive Site Hazards

Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.
Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.
Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

Remote Silt Disturbance — Silt can be disturbed metres away from the source.

Rapid Stress Escalation — Stress can increase sharply when visibility or navigation degrades.

High Cognitive Load Navigation — Complex passages increase mental workload even on a line.

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