Malay Pools

Eastern Cape, South Africa

Depth

Visibility

4m - 12m

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

Malay Pools

Eastern Cape, South Africa

Depth

Visibility

4m - 12m

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

About Malay Pools

Another classic shore dive which has been a favorite for a very, very long time within the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropole. This shore dive is out of Algoa Bay on the 'Wild Side' and provides the stunning sights associated with this side of Port Elizabeth which you'd normally have to reach by boat. A colourful dive with plenty of rocky reefs to explore while safe enough for the novice diver. It drops off to a maximum of 8 or 9 metres.

Malay Pools Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

Visibility Range

4m – 12m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21%

O₂

CNS Load (45 min)

6% at 6m / 36%

O₂

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Marine Life

Corals
Juvenile Marine Life
Rays
Yellow Rock Cod

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.

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