What lurks below

By Jax Bath

This week’s ocean adventure found its home in the biodiversity hope spot of False Bay, which has been in the spotlight over the past few months due to the release of the critically acclaimed documentary, My Octopus Teacher.

The departure from Walker Bay was in part due to the windy conditions that we have experienced along the Whale Coast for the past week, but admittedly, mostly due to a dire need to scuba dive again for the first time since lockdown. It is my firm belief that every single person should try scuba diving at least once in their lives. It is the most awe-inspiring experience I have ever had, and after qualifying last year, it is safe to say that I am hooked for life. With a no-sea day to spare, I made my way over Sir Lowry’s in search of a sheltered spot to get into the water.

We’re lucky to live along a stretch of coast with well-defined bays, which can provide some reprieve from the wind, depending on what direction it’s blowing from. If you’re looking to explore, by boat, by foot or even with a snorkel, it’s best to find a stretch of sea buffered by some sort of landmark. De Kelders provides some great snorkelling at this time of year, sheltered from the South Easter, but looking to do some scuba dive, I made my way to False Bay.

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