Sponge Reef

Garden Route, South Africa

Depth

25m

Visibility

3m - 9m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

Sponge Reef

Garden Route, South Africa

Depth

25m

Visibility

3m - 9m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About Sponge Reef

A reef which is located in around 25 meters of water, there are numerous large sponges and macro life on and around the reef. It is a good dive site for advanced divers and can only be reached via boat.

Sponge Reef Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

25m

Visibility Range

3m – 9m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 40%

O₂

CNS Load (35 min)

16% at 23m / 36%

O₂

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Marine Life

Various

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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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