

Best for beginner divers, 8-15m, shore entry, moderate current.
Mystery Bay is a shore-entry reef dive in New South Wales suitable for beginners. The site features depths ranging from 8 to 15 metres, with an average of 12 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Marine life recorded at the site includes Port Jackson sharks, Eastern Blue Gropers, Blue Throated Wrasse, and various wrasses. Other inhabitants include Giant Feather-duster Worms, Smooth Toadfish, sea stars, crabs, bream, luderick, silver sweep, sea squirts, and snails. Divers should be cautious of sharp coral, surf, and surge. Entry is best at low tide, shuffling feet to avoid sharp rocks. Be aware of moderate currents and the shore break.
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Head north from the boat ramp approximately 30 metres across the sand to reach the bombies.
Entry at the southern car park at the boat ramp.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
17-23°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
Divers may encounter Port Jackson sharks, Eastern Blue Gropers, Blue Throated Wrasse, and various other wrasses. Other species recorded include Giant Feather-duster Worms, Smooth Toadfish, sea stars, crabs, bream, luderick, silver sweep, sea squirts, and snails.
Yes, Mystery Bay is considered suitable for beginners, though the moderate current requires careful planning of entry and exit points.
The depth at Mystery Bay ranges from 8 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Mystery Bay is a shore-entry dive site. It is recommended to enter at low tide and shuffle your feet to avoid sharp rocks.
While primarily a dive site, the reef structure and depths are accessible for snorkelling, provided conditions such as surf and surge are monitored.
Diving at Mystery Bay in Narooma requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Mystery Bay in Narooma. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit Mystery Bay in Narooma are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Mystery Bay in Narooma. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Mystery Bay in Narooma typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.