Dive Shop
Calypso Dive & Adventure
Cape Town · Western Cape · South Africa
Operator early access
Listing not yet managed by this business
Center type
Dive Shop
Gas support
Nitrox
Access type
Boat
Equipment rental
Full
Highlights
- Kelp forest diving
- Seal snorkeling
- Seven-gill shark encounters
Services & capabilities
Boat dives
Shore dives
Night dives
Technical diving
Rebreather support
Sidemount
Freediving
Snorkeling
Underwater scooter (DPV)
House reef
Equipment servicing
Photography support
Private guides
Kids friendly
Training pool
Restaurant
Courses & Training
Professional courses
About this center
Cape Town kelp forest diving and seal encounters from the V&A Waterfront.
Calypso Dive operates from Cape Town's V&A Waterfront, offering kelp forest diving, seal snorkeling at Duiker Island, and wreck diving on historic ships. Cape Town's cold Atlantic waters host unique kelp forest ecosystems with seven-gill sharks.
Opening Hours & Season
Open year-round
Accommodation & Logistics
Pickup service
Airport transfer
Accessible facilities
Adaptive diving
Frequently Asked Questions
Kelp forests?+
Cape Town's Atlantic coast has stunning kelp forests with unique marine life.
Seven-gill sharks?+
Seasonal encounters with broadnose sevengill sharks in kelp forests.
Water temperature?+
Cold water — 8-16°C — thick wetsuits or drysuits recommended.