South Africa · Simon's Town

Long Beach (Simon's Town)

Best time to dive

Season varies - confirm locally

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow sandy area suitable for snorkeling as well as diving

Safety notes

Occasional closures due to Naval Base security activity; boat traffic from the adjacent False Bay Yacht Club (surface marker buoy advised); box jellyfish; silt-out risk from poor buoyancy control (common at training sites)

Permits & fees

SANParks Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area permit required

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.