Shore dive layout, boulder gap entry, parking areas and protected inlet context.
South Africa · Cape Town
Sheltered Simon's Town kelp reef with shark-country feel
Sheltered Simon's Town kelp reef with shark-country feel
Millers Point is a sheltered Simon's Town shore dive where kelp forest, granite boulders and sandy gaps sit close to the point. It feels like a classic False Bay session: a longer shoreline walk in, but a straightforward route once you're at the water and a lot of structure to read at a relaxed pace. The main planning variables are permit-managed access, boat traffic and winter visibility swings, so the site works best when you want a practical kelp-and-reef dive rather than a drift.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Carry a buoy or SMB, stay clear of boat lanes and treat the outer water off the point as higher-risk when swell or visibility deteriorate.
Access Restrictions
Diving in the TMNP MPA requires a permit; nearby restricted and no-take areas apply, so check the current rules before you go.
Legal Notes
Millers Point sits inside the Table Mountain National Park MPA, where scuba diving is regulated by the DFFE permit system.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shore-access reef and kelp dive with granite boulders, sand patches and a route that stays interesting without needing deep water.
Freediving
Works as a conservative freedive when the cove is calm, but the boat traffic and long walk make it better for planned sessions than casual laps.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is possible in the protected inlet, but the site is more rewarding once you can move safely through the kelp and reef edges.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
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Shore dive layout, boulder gap entry, parking areas and protected inlet context.
Tidal-pool amenities and peak-season parking pressure.
Shore entry, sandy inlet, Shark Alley proximity and shark/boat traffic warning.
Easy access, slipway/tidal-pool entries, visibility range and swell guidance.
TMNP MPA listing and permit rules; Millers Point is listed as a popular dive site.

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