STORM-GANS
Protected Area
Dyer Island Nature Reserve Complex
Why dive here
With 269+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and great white sharks - STORM-GANS offers some of Cape Town & Western Cape's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 14-16°C, warmest February, March, April.
The Storm-Gans lies upright at 30 metres, a fishing vessel that went down after its closed season lay-up, thankfully with all crew rescued. At 19 metres long, she's a manageable size for a good poke around, and we've found the wheelhouse and stern sections are particularly interesting for penetration if you're qualified and careful. The wreck has become a solid artificial reef, attracting decent numbers of hottentot, roman, and often a few shy octopus tucked into crevices. It's a dive that rewards a slower pace, perfect for divers keen on wreck exploration without battling strong currents.
Typical STORM-GANS 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 30m - 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 STORM-GANS
STORM-GANS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for STORM-GANS, 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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