

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Port Noarlunga Reef is a protected marine sanctuary located 30 metres from the beach. This shore dive features a rocky reef system and kelp forests with depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres, averaging 6 metres. Divers can navigate through natural swim-throughs and sheltered areas. The site is suitable for beginners, though surge can occur over the reef and currents can be strong through The Gap. It is recommended to dive at the change of tide or during low tide. Water temperatures range from 13C to 22C, and a wetsuit is advised year-round. Facilities include parking, toilets, and an on-site dive shop for equipment hire and condition updates.
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Use a trolley to transport scuba equipment along the 300-metre jetty.
Access via the third set of steps along the jetty, which are the steps furthest from shore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
2-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
80 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though surge can make conditions tricky even when forecasts appear mild. It is best to visit on a calm day with low swell.
The depth ranges from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
This is a shore dive with entry from the sandy beach.
Yes, the site is used for both diving and snorkelling, though it is primarily known as a dive location.
The site is open for diving year-round, from January through December.
Hazards include boat traffic, entanglement, marine life interaction, sharks, surge, and strong currents, particularly through The Gap.
Diving at Port Noarlunga Reef in Port Noarlunga requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Port Noarlunga Reef in Port Noarlunga. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 22°C.
Port Noarlunga Reef in Port Noarlunga typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Port Noarlunga Reef in Port Noarlunga typically ranges from 2 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.