Protea Banks Suggest edit

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40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

ModerateCurrent

MildSurge

40 minAvg dive time

April to SeptemberBest months

24.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

20.0–24.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Protea Banks features a deep reef where divers often encounter large pelagic sharks such as ragged-tooth, Zambezi (bull), and tiger sharks.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Moderate Suggest edit
Surge: Mild Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 20.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand reef rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle lens recommended for larger marine life; early morning dives may offer better light conditions.

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