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Long Beach Simons Town
Sheltered Simon's Town shore dive with sand and wreckage
ScubaFreediveSnorkelShore EntryBeginner
Kelp Forest
Easy shore access in Simon's Town with sand bottom, scattered wreckage and reef patches; strong training-site credentials.
About Long Beach Simons Town
Long Beach Simon's Town is a sheltered harbor shore dive with a sand bottom, scattered wreckage and reef patches close to the station. It is one of the better Cape Town training sites because the entry is straightforward, the bottom is easy to read and the site stays usable when more exposed False Bay spots are blown out. Expect a relaxed, beginner-friendly dive with mixed sand-and-reef scenery rather than dramatic topography. The planning variables are visibility, occasional naval closures and the fact that an easy site can still turn chilly and green after weather changes.
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Research Estimate At Long Beach Simons Town
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 6m
AccessEasy entry
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
CrowdedVery crowded
Current StrengthNo current
Surge StrengthFlat calm
Where Is Long Beach Simons Town?
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Long Beach Simons Town Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 18m
Depth Note
The bottom shelves from the shore to about 18 m at the harbour mouth, with roughly 5 m close inshore.
Best Season
year round, with clear summer spells and winter visibility advantages
Typical Conditions
Well protected from most winds and waves due to the harbour shape, but visibility swings seasonally.
Safety & Access At Long Beach Simons Town
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficCold waterDangerous wildlifeLow visibilityRestricted access
Safety Notes
Box jellyfish may be present, so exposure protection is sensible. The site can close for naval traffic, and visibility can be patchy.
Access Restrictions
Permit required inside the MPA; the site may close when foreign warships are in Simon's Town.
Legal Notes
Long Beach sits in Simon's Town harbour area and access is subject to marine management and port control.
Local Intel For Long Beach Simons Town
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
An easy shore dive with a sand bottom, scattered wreckage and reef patches; excellent for skills practice and relaxed exploration.
Freedive
Works best as controlled shallow practice rather than a long breath-hold route.
Snorkel
Good for short, calm snorkel sessions when the water is clear enough, though the site is primarily valued by divers.
Long Beach Simons Town Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Long Beach Simons Town
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Wildlife at Long Beach Simons Town
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Recent Logged Visits At Long Beach Simons Town
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Long Beach Simons Town
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility6m
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Long Beach Simons Town Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.aaddicts.co.za · Operator
Seasonality and clear-water windows.
www.simonstown.com · Operator
Training-site and practical access context.
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