Raziščite zaliv Mossel
Mossel Bay je pristaniško mesto v regiji Western Cape v Južni Afriki. Leži enako oddaljeno od Port Elizabetha na vzhodu in Cape Towna na zahodu. Območje je zdaj priljubljeno med turisti.
Potapljaška industrija vsako leto privabi na tisoče ljudi in na voljo je veliko potapljaških centrov in potapljaških letovišč. Tukajšnji grebeni so mirni in barviti, zaradi česar so potapljaški tečaji priljubljeni. V zalivu Mossel ni ladij za prenočevanje.
Med vrhunci potapljanja tukaj spadajo jame, osupljive skalne formacije, razbitine in svetli, plitvi grebeni. Druga priljubljena podvodna zabava je potapljanje v kletki z velikimi belimi morskimi psi, le 10 minut vožnje z ladjo od plaže.
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.
Najboljši meseci za potapljanje v zalivu Mossel
Potapljanje v zalivu Mossel je zaradi milega, polsušnega podnebja možno vse leto. To podnebje uravnavata Agulhaški tok na jugu in gorovje Outeniqua na severu. Dežuje tukaj več kot v drugih regijah, vendar večinoma ponoči.
Pozimi (maj - september) je povprečna dnevna temperatura 19 °C. Poletni meseci (oktober - april) imajo povprečno dnevno temperaturo 26 °C. Temperatura vode se skozi vse leto giblje okoli 17 °C, zato večina ljudi potrebuje vsaj 7 mm neoprensko obleko.