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Long Beach Simons Town

Don't confuse Long Beach Simon's Town with the bigger, more exposed stretch of sand up the coast. This is the sheltered little cove, and it's our absolute favourite for a chilled, easy shore dive in False Bay. Dropping in, you're immediately struck by the sheer volume of kelp. It forms dense, swaying forests, amber fronds catching the light, and you'll spend most of your dive navigating these underwater groves. We love it because it's consistently calmer here than almost anywhere else when the southeaster howls, and the maximum depth of six metres means long bottom times. The visibility often hangs around six metres too, but the real joy isn't about seeing far, it's about seeing small and seeing close. Keep your eyes peeled for shaggy sea hares grazing on algae, biscuit skates tucked into the sand, and pineapple fish peeking out from under ledges. We've had some great encounters with curious octopus here, and the box jellyfish are a regular, if sometimes startling, sight. It’s perfect for new divers getting comfortable with kelp, or experienced photographers looking for macro subjects without the hassle of a boat trip.