

Best for advanced divers, 7-33m, boat entry, moderate current.
Smugglers Cave in Booderee, Australia, is an advanced dive site featuring an overhead environment with depths ranging from 7 to 33 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is situated at the base of cliffs, requiring calm sea conditions for entry. Divers encounter variable currents and surge, which can complicate navigation and exits. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 25 metres. Due to the overhead nature of the cave and potential for nitrogen narcosis, this site is strictly for advanced divers with appropriate training and equipment. A torch is recommended for navigating the darker sections of the cave system.
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Check current conditions before entering, as the variable current combined with surge inside the cave can shift quickly and complicate your exit. Carry a torch regardless of visibility conditions, as light drops off fast once you move deeper into the overhead sections.
The site is accessible via boat charters, typically departing from Huskisson. Operators like Dive Jervis Bay service the area.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-33m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-23°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
52 min
Best Time
Year-round
There is no specific species data recorded for this site.
No, Smugglers Cave is an advanced dive site that requires technical competence, specific overhead environment training, and deep diving experience.
The site reaches depths between 7 and 33 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; boat charters are available in the region.
No, this is an advanced technical dive site with overhead environments and significant depths, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
The site can be dived year-round, from January through December, provided sea conditions are calm.
Diving at Smugglers Cave in Huskisson requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Smugglers Cave in Huskisson. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Smugglers Cave in Huskisson. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 23°C.
Divers at Smugglers Cave in Huskisson 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.
Expect moderate currents at Smugglers Cave in Huskisson. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Smugglers Cave in Huskisson typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.