

Best for beginner divers, 2-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Bar Beach South is a protected shore entry site located near the mouth of the Wagonga Inlet. Featuring extensive seagrass beds, the site offers shallow depths ranging from 2 to 5 metres, with an average of 3 metres. It is well suited for beginners due to mild currents and calm conditions provided by a break wall and netting. Divers and snorkellers can encounter species including the common Sydney octopus, smooth rays, wrasses, and rock cod. Rarer sightings include the pot-bellied seahorse, blue-ringed octopus, and striate anglerfish. Visitors should remain aware of boat traffic near the inlet entrance and the presence of jellyfish.
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Timing your dive around slack water will make moving between the reef, cave, and wreck considerably easier.
Access is by boat only, located 1500 metres offshore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
Up to 25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
17-23°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Feb, Dec
Common sightings include the common Sydney octopus, smooth rays, wrasses, and rock cod. You may also encounter the pot-bellied seahorse, blue-ringed octopus, stonefish, green moray, eagle ray, long-nosed fur seal, fiddler ray, eastern blue groper, striate anglerfish, and pineapplefish.
Yes, the site is well suited to beginners due to its shallow depths, mild currents, and protected, netted environment.
The depth ranges from 2 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Bar Beach South is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling, particularly within the protected and netted area.
The best months to visit are February and December.
Diving at Bar Beach South in Narooma requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Bar Beach South in Narooma. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 23°C.
Divers at Bar Beach South in Narooma should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Bar Beach South in Narooma typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Bar Beach South in Narooma can reach up to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.