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Tony's Reef
Boat-access reef off Gordon's Bay.
Scuba DivingBoatBeginner
Local operator required
Boat logistics from Gordon's Bay or Harbour Island are easiest with a local operator.
Broken reef with ridges, gullies, and a sand finish; best on calmer False Bay days from Gordon's Bay by boat.
About Tony's Reef
Tony's Reef is a boat-access False Bay reef off Gordon's Bay, built around broken ridges, gullies, and outcrops that taper into a pebble-and-sand finish. It suits divers who like compact rocky structure, macro subjects, and easy-leaning reef diving, but it becomes less comfortable when south-westerly swell pushes extra surge through the site.
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Research Estimate At Tony's Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeStrong surge
Where Is Tony's Reef?
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Tony's Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 14m
Depth Note
Public guides place Tony's Reef at about 14 m max depth, with ridges and outcrops sloping into a pebble-and-sand bottom.
Best Season
Early summer
Typical Conditions
Broken sandstone reef with ridges, gullies, a shallow pebbled transition, and a sand finish; best on calm, short-period days.
Safety & Access At Tony's Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficWaves
Safety Notes
Watch the swell window carefully. Long-period south-westerly swell can turn the reef rough and uncomfortable.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal route; shore entry is not the standard plan.
Legal Notes
No special site-specific legal restriction was identified.
Local Intel For Tony's Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Best as a guided boat dive for divers comfortable with a shallow rocky profile and changing sea state.
Freedive
Possible only on very calm days, but boat logistics and exposure make scuba the better fit.
Snorkel
Not a primary snorkel site; it is better suited to scuba or very calm short visits.
Tony's Reef Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Tony's Reef
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Recent Logged Visits At Tony's Reef
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Tony's Reef Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Tony's Reef Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
en.wikivoyage.org · Directory
Regional dive guide with Gordon's Bay area context and early-summer / swell guidance.
www.capetown.travel · Official Tourism
Official coast map noting False Bay diving popularity and summer south-easterly wind exposure.
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