Froggy Pond - Cape Town & Western Cape

La Cathédrale isn't just a dive; it's an exploration. We love the way the light plays inside the cavern, filtering down from the cracks above, making the water glow in shades of blue you rarely see. It’s not a huge cave, but the structure itself is the star here – huge arches and columns carved into the reef, hence the name. Descend along the wall, which is often dotted with honeycombed groupers peering from crevices, then you’ll find the main entrance. Inside, the rock formations are incredible. Look up and you’ll see the light shafts piercing through, a really dramatic sight. Along the walls and overhangs, we’ve spotted red squirrelfish and the more skittish dwarf scorpionfish, blending perfectly with the coral. Keep an eye out for silver-streaked rainbowfish darting in and out of the shadows. The maximum depth sits around 26 meters, making it a good choice for advanced open water divers comfortable with overhead environments. Stronger currents can sometimes make the entry a bit lively, so check conditions with your dive operator. We’d suggest going in the morning; the sun angle is usually best for those incredible light rays.

Location
Cape Town & Western Cape, South Africa, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
-34.206100, 18.461100
Type
cave

Marine Protected Area: Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area

Best Time to Dive in Cape Town & Western Cape

The warmest water temperatures in Cape Town & Western Cape occur in January, averaging 18.9°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 18.9°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 18.9°C (air: 20.8°C)
  • February: 18.9°C (air: 20.7°C)
  • March: 18.9°C (air: 19.5°C)
  • April: 18.9°C (air: 17.3°C)
  • May: 18.9°C (air: 15.8°C)
  • June: 18.9°C (air: 15.0°C)
  • July: 18.9°C (air: 13.2°C)
  • August: 18.9°C (air: 13.2°C)
  • September: 18.9°C (air: 13.9°C)
  • October: 18.9°C (air: 16.5°C)
  • November: 18.9°C (air: 17.8°C)
  • December: 18.9°C (air: 19.3°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Cape Town & Western Cape

Nearest Dive Centres to Froggy Pond

Marine Life in Cape Town & Western Cape

Home to 271 recorded species including 176 reef fish, 45 sharks & rays, 28 whales & dolphins, 5 hard corals, 4 other, 4 octopus & squid.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Froggy Pond

Based on average water temperature of 18.9°C.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 19°C water
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories