

Best for advanced divers, 5-30m, boat entry, strong current.
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.
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Time your dive around slack water to manage the strong currents, and confirm conditions with your charter operator before committing to a penetration dive. A torch and a surface marker buoy are essential, not optional.
Access is via boat from Marina St. Vincent (Wirrina Cove), which is approximately 4.2 nautical miles (about 7.8 km) from the wreck site. A permit is required to dive the wreck.
Requires boat access and a permit.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
0-20m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-20°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is rated for advanced divers only due to the presence of strong tidal currents, deep sections, and overhead environments within the wreck.
The wreck sits on the seabed at depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres.
The site is located 7800 metres from shore and requires boat access via a charter operator. A permit is also required to dive the wreck.
The best months to visit are October, November, December, January, February, March, and April.
Diving at HMAS Hobart in Normanville requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at HMAS Hobart in Normanville. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit HMAS Hobart in Normanville are October, November, December, January, February, March, and April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
HMAS Hobart in Normanville can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at HMAS Hobart in Normanville can reach up to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.