Raggies Cave - KwaZulu-Natal

Spotted Bay on Roatán’s north side is one of those sites we always enjoy, particularly on a calm day. It’s got a mellow vibe and an interesting topography that keeps us looking. The dive starts in a sandy patch, then leads to a soft wall, not a sheer drop, more of a gradual slope down to 21 meters. We often see nurse sharks just cruising the bottom here, and it's a good place to spot a Chain Moray tucked into a crevice. But the real show begins when you get away from the main wall. Push out a bit further and you hit a second, more pronounced wall. This is where we’ve had some cracking encounters – the Kuna Goby is common, and we've even seen an Orca once, though that's definitely not a regular occurrence! Keep an eye out for Slender Filefish hovering near the corals, and the vibrant flash of a Yellowhead Wrasse. Visibility here tends to average 21 meters, which makes the hunt for smaller life easier. It’s a great choice for divers who enjoy a relaxed pace and appreciate finding the smaller, more unusual critters, especially if you’re comfortable exploring a bit beyond the obvious.

Location
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
-30.261700, 30.827900
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Aliwal Shoal Marine Protected Area

Best Time to Dive in KwaZulu-Natal

The warmest water temperatures in KwaZulu-Natal occur in January, averaging 27.0°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 27.0°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.0°C (air: 24.4°C)
  • February: 27.0°C (air: 24.6°C)
  • March: 27.0°C (air: 24.0°C)
  • April: 27.0°C (air: 21.7°C)
  • May: 27.0°C (air: 20.1°C)
  • June: 27.0°C (air: 18.2°C)
  • July: 27.0°C (air: 17.5°C)
  • August: 27.0°C (air: 18.2°C)
  • September: 27.0°C (air: 19.3°C)
  • October: 27.0°C (air: 20.3°C)
  • November: 27.0°C (air: 21.8°C)
  • December: 27.0°C (air: 23.2°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in KwaZulu-Natal

Nearest Dive Centres to Raggies Cave

Marine Life in KwaZulu-Natal

Home to 495 recorded species including 400 reef fish, 41 sharks & rays, 19 hard corals, 9 sea snails & nudibranchs, 7 whales & dolphins, 7 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Raggies Cave

Based on average water temperature of 27.0°C.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 27°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories