

Best for advanced divers, 23-25m, boat entry, mild current.
The SS Duckenfield is a wreck dive located 278 metres off Long Reef, Australia. Resting at an average depth of 23 metres, the site is suitable for advanced divers with wreck certification. The structure is penetrable, though the overhead environment requires precise buoyancy control. Visibility varies significantly from 5 to 25 metres, and a torch is recommended for exploring the interior. Access is by boat only. Divers should be prepared for surge and swell conditions, particularly during entry and exit. While the wreck has been colonised by various reef organisms, species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, weedy seadragons, grey nurse sharks, and eastern blue gropers.
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Visibility at this site is genuinely unpredictable, so check recent diver reports before committing to a trip out. Carry a torch regardless of the forecast visibility, as the interior sections need it.
Check with local authorities or dive operators familiar with Muogamarra before you go for access requirements, permits, or seasonal considerations.
Recorded at this site
Depth
23-25m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
25 min
While specific sightings at the wreck vary, species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, weedy seadragons, grey nurse sharks, eastern blue gropers, and various cuttlefish and shark species.
No, this is an advanced dive site. The overhead environment of the wreck requires wreck diving certification and solid buoyancy control.
The wreck lies at a depth of 23 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 23 metres.
No, the SS Duckenfield is located 278 metres offshore and requires boat access.
Snorkelling is not recommended due to the depth of the wreck and the advanced skills required for the overhead environment.
Diving at SS Duckenfield in Sydney requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at SS Duckenfield in Sydney. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 23°C.
SS Duckenfield in Sydney typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at SS Duckenfield in Sydney typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.