

Best for advanced divers, 10-30m, boat entry, strong current.
Seal Rocks in New South Wales offers a complex environment combining reef, wreck, and drift diving. Located 3000 metres offshore, this site requires boat entry due to surf conditions. Divers encounter depths between 10 and 30 metres with visibility ranging from 4 to 10 metres. Strong currents are common, necessitating careful planning and the use of a reef hook. The site features an overhead wreck environment requiring caution. Marine life frequently observed includes Green Sea Turtles, Spotted Wobbegongs, Grey Nurse Sharks, Fiddler Rays, Port Jackson Sharks, and Eagle Rays. Eastern Blue Gropers, Blind Sharks, Cownose Rays, Common Sydney Octopuses, Common Stingrays, Striped Eel Catfish, Starry Puffers, and various wrasses are also recorded here.
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May and November offer the most reliable conditions, with calmer seas and better visibility than the summer swell period. Check the current direction before you commit to your entry point, as it significantly affects how the drift portion of the dive plays out.
Boat access is required for the primary dive sites.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
4-10m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-24°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
May, Nov
Divers regularly encounter Green Sea Turtles, Spotted Wobbegongs, Grey Nurse Sharks, Fiddler Rays, Port Jackson Sharks, and Eagle Rays. Other species recorded include Blind Sharks, Eastern Blue Gropers, Cownose Rays, Common Sydney Octopuses, Common Stingrays, Striped Eel Catfish, Starry Puffers, and wrasses.
No, Seal Rocks is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents, significant depths, and the presence of overhead environments within the wreck.
The site ranges from 10 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Yes, boat entry is essential to reach the site and to safely navigate the surf conditions near the shore.
May and November offer the most reliable conditions, providing calmer seas and better visibility compared to the summer swell period.
Diving at Seal Rocks in Forster requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Seal Rocks in Forster. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 24°C.
Divers at Seal Rocks in Forster should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Seal Rocks in Forster can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Seal Rocks in Forster typically ranges from 4 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.