Piccaninnie Ponds Conservation Park

No longer what it claims to be

Don't bother. Water table has changed leading to poor visibility. Where once you could apparently look down through clear water to a great depth, visibility is now limited to only about 10 meters by ...

not worth it

Lots of algae forming among the very clear waters. Ludicrous that you need a permit to snorkel here, nothing more than a money grab from the S.A. government. Boardwalk, and reeds is what is mostly her...

Peaceful

The ponds have been restored by Parks and volunteers and are precious geographical features nearly lost completely.

Wow - so incredibly clear

This was soooo awesome to do. Doesn't look liker much until you get in. Amazingly clear underwater. Make sure you book before you go, as there are limited numbers per session. Also, pack your wets...

Sadly a damaged ecosystem

The ponds are beautiful from above ground though not teaming with animal life. Once underwater it is amazing the depth however the lack of life is rather distressing. This is a damaged ecosystem and y...