South Africa · Clifton
Clifton Rocks
Also known as: Lion's Paw Reef, Monty's Pinnacles, Barry's Pinnacles, Cave Rock
Best time to dive
Season varies - confirm locally
Certification & difficulty
Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes - explicitly noted as a good area for snorkeling
Safety notes
Cold water; strong surge and breaking waves over exposed, shallow rocks; sea urchins
Permits & fees
Required - within Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area (since 2004); permit regime may have been simplified in recent years - VERIFY current status
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Cape Town
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.