

Best for intermediate divers, 33-39m, boat entry, variable current.
Foggy Shark Cave is a boat-access site on the Central Coast of Australia, offering a challenging mix of cave, reef, and drop-off topography. Divers explore depths between 33 and 39 metres, with an average depth of 36 metres. The site features an overhead environment and reef structures adorned with hard and soft corals. Conditions are variable, with visibility ranging from 3 to 15 metres and fluctuating currents. Due to the depth, potential for low visibility, and overhead sections, this site is suited for intermediate divers with appropriate experience. A dive torch is recommended for the cave sections, and careful planning regarding swell and current forecasts is essential.
-33.42350, 151.58790
Plan the dive on slack water for the cleanest water and the most manageable surge in the cave entrance.
Accessed by charter boat from Terrigal or Norah Head launch points. Allow 90 minutes drive from Sydney to reach the Central Coast launch points.
Recorded at this site
Depth
33-39m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-21°C
Current
Variable
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site ranges from 33 to 39 metres deep, with an average depth of 36 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth, overhead environment, and variable conditions.
Access is by boat only. Divers should enter carefully while monitoring surf conditions.
Water temperatures range from 18C to 21C throughout the year.
Hazards include the deep, overhead environment, entanglement risks, strong currents, surf, and low visibility.
Diving at Foggy Shark Cave in Terrigal requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Foggy Shark Cave in Terrigal. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 21°C.
The best months to visit Foggy Shark Cave in Terrigal are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.