

Best for intermediate divers, 17m, boat entry, moderate current.
Milkies Reef is a compact reef structure located 4500 metres offshore from Glenelg. The reef rises approximately one metre from the seabed at a consistent depth of 17 metres. Divers encounter a variety of marine life including blue devilfish, spider crabs, cuttlefish, nudibranchs, leatherjacket fish, silver drummer, and crayfish among sponge gardens. This site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate tidal currents that can strengthen unexpectedly. Visibility is typically 10 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers should plan their dive to work with the current. Water temperatures range from 13C to 22C throughout the year.
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Plan your dive to work with the current rather than against it, and check the forecast before heading out as conditions can change quickly. Winter months offer the clearest water and the most active marine life, particularly for cuttlefish encounters.
Tours depart from the back deck of Adelaide Scuba in Glenelg North; check-in at the store is required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
17m
Visibility
10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-22°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
Divers can observe blue devilfish, spider crabs, cuttlefish, nudibranchs, leatherjacket fish, silver drummer, and crayfish within the sponge gardens.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate to strong tidal currents.
The site has a consistent depth of 17 metres, with the reef rising about one metre from the seabed.
Milkies Reef is a boat-only dive site located 4500 metres from the shore.
The best months to dive Milkies Reef are June, July, and August, which offer the clearest water and the most active marine life.
Diving at Milkies Reef in Glenelg requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Milkies Reef in Glenelg. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 22°C.
Expect moderate currents at Milkies Reef in Glenelg. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Milkies Reef in Glenelg typically ranges from 10 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.