Explorers Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay ist eine Hafenstadt in der westlichen Kapregion Südafrikas. Sie liegt in gleicher Entfernung von Port Elizabeth im Osten und Kapstadt im Westen. Die Gegend ist heute bei Touristen sehr beliebt.
Die Tauchindustrie zieht jedes Jahr Tausende von Tauchern an und es gibt eine große Auswahl an Centern und Tauchresorts. Die Riffe hier sind ruhig und farbenfroh, was Tauchkurse sehr beliebt macht. In Mossel Bay gibt es keine Tauchsafaris.
Einige der Highlights beim Tauchen hier sind die Höhlen, atemberaubende Felsformationen, Wracks und helle, flache Riffe. Ein weiterer beliebter Zeitvertreib unter Wasser ist das Käfigtauchen mit Weißen Haien, nur 10 Minuten Bootsfahrt vom Strand entfernt.
Top Mossel Bay Dive Sites
1. Santos Wreck
This site offers a glimpse into maritime history, with the anchor, chain, and mast still visible despite the sand coverage. It supports diverse marine life, including small fish and invertebrates. The dive is easy, suitable for both scuba and freediving, appealing to those interested in wreck exploration.
2. Windvogel Reef
Renowned for its vibrant colors in crevices and the presence of sharks and seals, this site promises an adventurous experience. It's an advanced scuba diving site with strong currents, featuring drop-offs and caves at a max depth of 33m. A dive torch enhances the visibility of its vivid marine life.
3. Sponge Reef
Known for its large sponges and sightings of red romans, this reef is ideal for macro diving enthusiasts. Found between 22 and 25 meters, it offers a moderately challenging scuba dive with a rich variety of small marine creatures.
4. Butterfly Wall
This site, ideal for freediving and scuba, ranges from 4 to 8 meters deep. In summer, tropical fish abound, while colorful corals remain year-round. Divers often spot the rare long nose pipefish and shovel nose crayfish, making it a haven for marine life enthusiasts.
5. Mitch’s Reef
Mitch's Reef is a stunning site perfect for both scuba diving and freediving enthusiasts. It presents a thriving ecosystem hosting various fish species and vibrant coral formations. The dive is of moderate difficulty, offering a rich experience for underwater exploration.