

Best for beginner divers, 10-13m, boat entry, mild current.
The Fairy Firefly Vx381 is an aircraft wreck located 500 metres offshore from Huskisson. Resting at depths between 10 and 13 metres, the site is suitable for beginner divers. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, though conditions vary. Access is by boat, and divers should be aware of potential entanglement hazards due to the fragile nature of the wreckage. Maintaining neutral buoyancy is essential to avoid contact with the structure. The site is generally dived for approximately 40 minutes, with mild currents often present. Parking is available at the shore departure point.
-35.01510, 150.73860
Keep your movements slow and steady near the bottom to avoid spooking the weedy sea-dragons and cuttlefish.
The site is located 500 metres offshore from Huskisson and is accessible only by boat, typically via a charter operator.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-13m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth of 10 to 13 metres.
The site is located 500 metres from shore and requires a boat for access.
The best months to dive this site are May, June, July, and August, when conditions tend to settle.
The main hazard is entanglement. Divers should exercise caution around the fragile aircraft structure and avoid anchoring directly on the wreck.
Diving at Fairy Firefly Vx381 in Huskisson requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Fairy Firefly Vx381 in Huskisson. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 24°C.
Fairy Firefly Vx381 in Huskisson has depths ranging from 10 metres to 13 metres.
A typical dive at Fairy Firefly Vx381 in Huskisson lasts approximately 40 minutes. Actual dive time depends on depth, air consumption, and conditions.
Fairy Firefly Vx381 in Huskisson typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Fairy Firefly Vx381 in Huskisson typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.