The Bluff Wharf is a shore-entry site in The Bluff, Australia, featuring a diverse underwater topography of reef, wall, and canyon structures. Depths range from 4 to 30 metres, with an average of 17 metres. The site is suitable for beginners, though divers should remain aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, fishing line entanglement, surge, and currents that can strengthen away from the jetty. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry suit is recommended year-round due to water temperatures fluctuating between 13C and 19C. Parking is available on site, and the area is best dived on calm days to avoid exposure to southerly winds.

Wright Island is a shallow reef site located 800 metres off The Bluff. Divers can explore depths ranging from 1 to 6 metres. Access to the site requires a boat, and divers should be aware that strong currents and rips can occur in the area. Due to the presence of recreational fishing and regular vessel movement, maintaining awareness of boat traffic is essential. Conditions vary, and the site is best suited for those who can manage current. Parking is available at the shore access point. Divers should enter when the current is at its slackest to ensure a safer experience.

Olivers Reef at The Bluff is a shallow shore dive with depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres. The site features a reef structure with holes that can create significant surge and moderate currents. Due to the potential for surf and surge, it is recommended to dive only on calm days with low swell. Parking is available at the site for shore access. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, sea stars, southern rock lobster, Shaw’s Cowfish, and various rays and sharks. Divers should be prepared for water temperatures between 14C and 20C, with a 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry suit recommended year-round.

Port Elliot Jetty at Horseshoe Bay is a shallow shore dive suitable for beginners. The site features a mix of reef and seagrass beds with depths ranging from 2 to 10 metres. Divers and snorkellers can explore the structure, though visibility varies between 3 and 10 metres. The area is generally protected with mild currents, but users should remain aware of potential surge near the surface and rocky shores. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, sea stars, and various crustaceans. A 7mm wetsuit or drysuit is recommended to manage water temperatures between 14C and 20C. Facilities include parking and toilets, with wheelchair-accessible parking available.

Myponga Beach is a shore-accessible reef and wall dive located near Rapid Bay Jetty. The site features shallow depths ranging from 0 to 5 metres, with an average of 4 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers enter directly from the shore, though surf and surge can make entry and exit challenging during rougher conditions. The reef supports a variety of marine life, including old wives, leatherjackets, goat fish, drummer, surf sardines, Western Striped Grunter, Talma, and sea stars. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets. Calm mornings are recommended for the best visibility, and divers should check the swell forecast before arrival.

Second Valley is a shore-accessible site featuring a reef system with caves and caverns. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 15 metres. While the current is generally mild, tidal flow can be strong around the point, and diving should be planned around the turns of the tide. Hazards include potential surge within the caves, entanglement risks from fishing lines near the jetty, and surf. Facilities available on site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a cafe.

The HMAS Hobart is a 133-metre destroyer scuttled in 2002 to serve as an artificial reef. Resting upright on the seabed, the wreck spans depths of 5 to 30 metres with an average depth of 17 metres. This site is strictly for advanced divers due to strong tidal currents and potential overhead environments within the superstructure. Penetration requires specific wreck diving certification to manage risks like silt-out and disorientation. Visibility fluctuates between 0 and 20 metres. Access is by boat only, and a permit is required. Divers must plan for slack tide to mitigate current strength and carry essential safety equipment including a torch and surface marker buoy.