Balcony

Shallow kelp forest dive with excellent macro opportunities.

Boat Access
8m Avg Depth
10m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as "Balcony", offers a unique experience. The reef is characterized by a low to moderate sandstone structure that slopes steeply down to the sandy bottom. The depth ranges fairly shallow, generally less than 10 meters. Kelp forest dominates much of the area, accompanied by other seaweed and invertebrates. While not exceptionally colorful due to the shallow depths, it provides ample opportunity for macro photography. Because of its gentle slope and relatively shallow depths, this site is suitable for divers with some experience. Visibility can vary.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

kelp forestmacro photographybeginner friendlyboat diveinvertebratessandstone reef

Marine Life

NudibranchsKlipfishPuffadder shysharkWest coast rock lobsterSea urchinsStarfishAnemonesKelp

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Shallow, but experience with kelp navigation and potential surge is recommended.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 15.3°C

Wind

Tide

Swell

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