

Best for advanced divers, 10-24m, shore entry, strong current.
The Leap in Kurnell is a wall and reef dive best suited for advanced divers. The site features a drift profile running from the surface to 24 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers typically enter from the shore and follow an incoming tide towards the exit point at The Steps. Conditions vary significantly, with visibility ranging from 3 to 30 metres and currents that can be strong. Hazards include surf, surge, boat traffic, and slippery entry points. A 5-7mm wetsuit is recommended year-round to manage water temperatures between 18C and 23C.
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Plan the route as a drift with the current, finishing at The Steps exit point further along the headland.
The site is located in the Kurnell area of Kamay Botany Bay National Park, which has an $8 per vehicle entry fee. Park at the signpost for "The Leap" and follow the path to a set of stairs leading down to the rock ledge entry. The entry itself is a giant stride from the ledge, which is about 2 metres above the water.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-24m
Visibility
3-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-23°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is rated for advanced divers due to strong currents, depth profiles that exceed Open Water limits, and challenging entry conditions.
The site ranges from 10 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
The Leap is a shore-entry dive located approximately 50 metres from the coast.
The most reliable conditions occur from April through October.
Divers must manage strong currents, surf, surge, and boat traffic. Additionally, the entry point is slippery, and catfish with toxic barbs may be present in swim-throughs.
Diving at The Leap in Kurnell requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at The Leap in Kurnell. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 23°C.
The Leap in Kurnell can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at The Leap in Kurnell typically ranges from 3 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.