Jutten island - Cape Town & Western Cape

Mellow Yellow, sitting at the south end of Bikini, is exactly what it sounds like – a mellow dive with a lovely splash of yellow. We’ve always found it a great spot to ease into a Sodwana trip, particularly if you’re a newer diver or just want something relaxed. The maximum depth of 19m means plenty of bottom time, and the current is usually pretty gentle. When you drop in, you’ll immediately understand the name. We're talking massive shoals of fusiliers, snappers, and goatfish, all with that golden-yellow hue, sometimes so thick they almost dim the sunlight. It’s like swimming through a golden cloud. Keep an eye out for the Broadband Flathead blending perfectly on the sand patches, and we often spot pufferfish and triggerfish cruising the reef. If you’re patient, the Spitlure Frogfish are there, masters of camouflage, and the African Longfin Eels can be quite a sight poking out from crevices. It’s a gentle, visually rich dive, perfect for photographers or anyone wanting to just slow down and soak it all in.

Location
Cape Town & Western Cape, South Africa, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
-33.081800, 17.957600

Marine Protected Area: Jutten Island 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 Jutten island

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 Jutten island

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