Oceanaddicts - South Coast

The team at Oceanaddicts in Kinsale have that genuine, no-fuss Irish warmth. We’ve always found them incredibly welcoming, whether it’s your first time donning a drysuit or you’re a seasoned cold-water enthusiast. They’re a PADI 5 Star centre, which means solid instruction and a good range of courses, but it’s their local knowledge that really stands out. If you’re looking to explore Ireland’s south coast, particularly the wrecks and reefs around Cork, these are your people. What we love about diving with Oceanaddicts is the sheer variety of sites they can access. One day you might be finning over kelp-covered rocks, spotting elusive conger eels in the shadows, the next you’re dropping onto a historic wreck, feeling the history in the cold, green water. Our favourite kind of day with them involves a drift dive along the coast, letting the current do the work while we scan for dogfish and colourful nudibranchs clinging to the fronds. They’re meticulous with safety, but keep the atmosphere light and fun. We’d suggest chatting to them about conditions before you book – the south coast can be changeable, but on a good day, it’s truly rewarding diving, often with visibility better than you’d expect. Just remember your hood, the water has a bite.

Location
South Coast, Ireland, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.701610, -8.518267
Phone
+353 87 790 3211
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.oceanaddicts.ie
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star Dive Resort [padi:22404]
Address
Ballynalougha, Nohoval, Co. Cork, No State, P17 DW68, Ireland

Dive Sites Near Oceanaddicts

Oceanaddicts provides access to 15 dive sites in South Coast.

Other Dive Centres in South Coast

Best Time to Dive in South Coast

The warmest water temperatures in South Coast occur in January, averaging 8.8°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 8.8°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 8.8°C (air: 7.0°C)
  • February: 8.8°C (air: 8.3°C)
  • March: 8.8°C (air: 8.1°C)
  • April: 8.8°C (air: 9.3°C)
  • May: 8.8°C (air: 11.8°C)
  • June: 8.8°C (air: 14.2°C)
  • July: 8.8°C (air: 15.6°C)
  • August: 8.8°C (air: 15.8°C)
  • September: 8.8°C (air: 14.6°C)
  • October: 8.8°C (air: 12.4°C)
  • November: 8.8°C (air: 9.9°C)
  • December: 8.8°C (air: 8.1°C)

Marine Life in South Coast

Home to 199 recorded species including 97 reef fish, 24 sharks & rays, 14 whales & dolphins, 14 other, 10 crabs & lobsters, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Marine Life

  • hake (Merluccius merluccius) - Reef Fish
  • Haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus) - Reef Fish
  • whiting (Merlangius merlangus) - Reef Fish
  • dogfish (Scyliorhinus canicula) - Sharks & Rays
  • poor cod (Trisopterus minutus) - Reef Fish
  • grey gurnard (Eutrigla gurnardus) - Reef Fish
  • long rough dab (Hippoglossoides platessoides) - Reef Fish
  • Common dragonet (Callionymus lyra) - Reef Fish
  • megrim (Lepidorhombus whiffiagonis) - Reef Fish
  • Pollock (Trachurus trachurus) - Reef Fish

Recommended Packing List for South Coast

Based on average water temperature of 8.8°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 9°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • 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