SEA SERVICE
Protected Area
Robben island Marine Protected Area
Why dive here
With 269+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and great white sharks - SEA SERVICE offers some of Cape Town & Western Cape's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 14-16°C, warmest February, March, April.
Diving the Sea Service wreck always feels a bit somber, given its history. This launch vessel, which capsized and sank in '88, now rests at 27 meters just northwest of the Table Bay breakwater. What you find is a compact, defined wreck, still remarkably intact for its age. We've often found small octopus tucked into crevices and schools of hottentot darting around the superstructure. It's a dive best suited for those who appreciate wrecks with a story, offering a quiet exploration rather than a sprawling adventure.
Typical SEA SERVICE Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 27m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 15°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SEA SERVICE
SEA SERVICE Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SEA SERVICE, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-33.92, 18.46) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
15°C
59°F · Range: 12.4–17.2°C
Air Temperature
17°C
62°F
Wind Speed
7.33 m/s
14.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1018.1 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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