Protea Banks — Northern Pinnacle

Protea Banks — Northern Pinnacle: Two caves used by ragged-tooth sharks in winter. Scalloped and great hammerhead schools in summer; best May–November.

Depth

2840m

Current

Strong

Diver level

Advanced open water

Entry

Boat

Unique features

  • Two caves used by ragged-tooth sharks in winter
  • Scalloped and great hammerhead schools in summer; best May–November

Sources & last checked

Checked July 2026

This is a researched draft, not yet human-verified. The seasonality and logistics are drawn from the sources below — confirm specifics (permits, fees, closures) with an operator before you book.

Note on the data: Coordinates are approximate (the Aliwal cluster is anchored on the Produce wreck).