WUTA
Protected Area
Marcus 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 - WUTA offers some of Cape Town & Western Cape's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 14-16°C, warmest February, March, April.
The WUTA is a fascinating dive for those interested in a bit of history along with their wreck exploration. Sitting at 29 meters, this motor vessel went down back in 1968 after engine failure and a heavy list. We’ve found her to be a manageable dive, especially if you’re comfortable with a bit of depth and have good buoyancy control. The wreck itself, at just over 30 meters long, is nicely broken up, offering cool swim-throughs and lots of nooks for looking into. Keep an eye out for shy shy sharks tucked amongst the twisted metal and the occasional octopus peeking from a dark corner. It’s a solid pick for divers looking for a proper wreck dive without being too overwhelming.
Typical WUTA 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 29m - 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 WUTA
WUTA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for WUTA, 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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