

Best for beginner divers, 2-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Green Patch Beach in Hyams Beach offers a gentle shore entry suitable for beginners. The site features a combination of reef and seagrass habitats, with depths ranging from 2 to 10 metres and an average of 6 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. The shallow seagrass beds and rocky reef structures provide a comfortable environment for building underwater confidence. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. When entering or exiting through the shore break, shuffle your feet to avoid disturbing stingrays present in the shallows.
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February and December tend to bring the clearest conditions, which makes spotting smaller creatures like seahorses and pipefish much easier. Facilities on site include parking, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station, so there is no need to pack light.
170 kilometres south of Sydney, 25 kilometres south of Nowra. Greenfield Beach is in Vincentia off Elizabeth Drive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Feb, Dec
Yes, the site is well-suited for beginners due to its shallow depths, mild currents, and easy shore entry.
The site reaches depths between 2 and 10 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
Green Patch Beach is a shore entry site.
February and December are the best months to visit, as they tend to offer the clearest visibility.
Divers should watch for surf during entry and exit. Additionally, shuffle your feet when moving through the shore break to avoid disturbing stingrays.
Diving at Green Patch Beach in Vincentia requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Green Patch Beach in Vincentia. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 24°C.
Green Patch Beach in Vincentia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Green Patch Beach in Vincentia typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.