

Best for technical divers, 45-48m, boat entry, strong current.
The SS Tuggerah is a technical wreck dive located 2200 metres off the coast of the Royal National Park. Resting at depths between 45 and 48 metres, the site requires decompression procedures and careful management of narcosis. Divers encounter strong, unpredictable currents that often originate from the north or south, which can make the site inaccessible even when visibility is high. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 metres. Due to the depth, overhead environment, and potential for entanglement, this site is strictly for technical divers. Boat access is required, and divers should plan for a typical bottom time of 22 minutes.
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Run your decompression schedule conservatively given the depth and the real possibility of stronger-than-expected current on the day. October through April offers the most reliable conditions, but always check local sea state before committing to a descent.
The site is accessible only by boat, typically from ramps in Port Hacking (like Cronulla) or Botany Bay. Dive charters operate in the Sydney area. Anchoring is done on the wreck itself.
Recorded at this site
Depth
45-48m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Technical
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-21°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
22 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
The wreck lies at a depth of 45 to 48 metres, with an average depth of 45 metres.
No, this is a technical dive requiring decompression procedures, advanced buoyancy control, and experience with overhead environments and strong currents.
The site is located 2200 metres from shore and requires boat access.
The most reliable conditions occur between October and April.
Major hazards include the deep profile, strong and unpredictable currents, potential for entanglement, and the overhead environment of the wreck.
Diving at SS Tuggerah Wreck in Sydney requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep, Technical, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at SS Tuggerah Wreck in Sydney. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 21°C.
The best months to visit SS Tuggerah Wreck in Sydney are October, November, December, January, February, March, and April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
SS Tuggerah Wreck in Sydney can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at SS Tuggerah Wreck in Sydney typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.