

Best for beginner divers, shore entry.
Post Office Rock is a shallow reef dive located on the Fleurieu Peninsula, suitable for beginners. Accessed directly from the shore, the site features a reef structure with sandy patches, crevices, and sponges. Divers should be aware of shifting currents and variable visibility, which is best following a period of calm weather and at high tide. Water temperatures range from 14C to 17C, requiring appropriate exposure protection year-round. The habitat supports a variety of temperate marine life, including reef fish, invertebrates, and various rays and sharks common to the region. Hazards include the presence of sharks and rocks in the area.
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Summer months from December through April give you the best conditions and the most comfortable water temperatures for this site. Come at high tide after a few calm days and you will be rewarded with much better visibility than after a swell.
The site is accessible from a car park on the Bowman Scenic Drive near Beachport. Entry to the water is from the shore, and at low tide, a "path of boulders" may be exposed.
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Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-17°C
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
The site supports a range of temperate marine life including reef fish, invertebrates, rays, and sharks typical of the South Australian habitat.
Yes, Post Office Rock is a shallow reef dive that is considered a suitable choice for beginners.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling with a rating of 3/5.
Post Office Rock is accessed directly from the shore.
The best conditions and most comfortable water temperatures occur from December through April.
Diving at Post Office Rock in Beachport requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Post Office Rock in Beachport. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 17°C.