THOMAS T. TUCKER
Protected Area
Table Mountain National Park 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 - THOMAS T. TUCKER offers some of Cape Town & Western Cape's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 14-16°C, warmest February, March, April.
The Thomas T. Tucker, a Liberty Ship run aground in 1942, sits in just three metres of water off Olifantsbosch Point. It’s not a deep dive, obviously, but what it lacks in depth it makes up for in character. You’ll find its scattered remains, a tangle of metalwork and twisted plates, providing shelter for plenty of local critters. Expect to see schools of hottentot and strepies darting through the structure, with the occasional shy octopus tucked into a crevice. It’s a great spot for a relaxed snorkel or an easy dive, especially on a calm day when the Atlantic swell isn't making things too bouncy.
Typical THOMAS T. TUCKER Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for THOMAS T. TUCKER
THOMAS T. TUCKER Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for THOMAS T. TUCKER, 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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