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Coral Gardens

Coral Gardens

Western Province, South Africa

Depth
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15m

Visibility
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5m - 15m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Beginner


About Coral Gardens

This site is located on the north end of Rooiels. This is a beautiful dive and also suitable for snorkelling. Although the site is suitable for all levels of divers, the entry and exit can be rough as the area is not very sheltered. Entry from the shore in Rooiels, climb over the rocks and swim through the gulley on the left. The reef goes off to the right of the gulley.

Coral Gardens Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

15m

Visibility Range

5m 15m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Jack Fishes
  • Crayfish
Weather Conditions

Water Temperature
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