

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Tomakin Cove in Broulee is a sheltered shore entry site featuring a mix of reef and seagrass beds. With depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres and an average of 5 metres, it is well-suited for beginners. The cove is protected and generally calm, though divers should be aware of potential rip currents. Facilities including parking and toilets are available. Visitors should shuffle their feet when entering the shallows to avoid disturbing stingarees resting on the sandy bottom. The site is accessible year-round, though visibility is best on calm mornings. Night diving is also permitted at this location.
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Shuffle your feet in the shallows to avoid disturbing stingarees resting on the sandy bottom.
Turn off George Bass Drive onto Ainslie Parade, then right onto Red Hill Parade. Park in the Barlings Beach car park, cross the road and use the track going down to the cove.
Recent weather erosion in early 2022 was reported to have caused problems with the main access point for people with physical disabilities.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
17-23°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Dec
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths, protected nature, and mild currents.
The depth at the site ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Tomakin Cove is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
While the cove is protected, rip currents are a potential hazard. Additionally, avoid swimming at dawn or dusk and be aware of local coastal hazards like blue-ringed octopus, bluebottle jellyfish, and sharks.
Diving at Tomakin Cove in Broulee requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tomakin Cove in Broulee. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit Tomakin Cove in Broulee are May and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Tomakin Cove in Broulee typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.