

Best for beginner divers, 4-30m, shore entry, moderate current.
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.
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Keep the rocky reef and weeds to your right shoulder on the way out and on your left shoulder on the way back in to navigate.
Park at the beach in the bend, walk down the stairs, and enter from the beach to swim to the fishing jetty. Alternatively, park at the fishing jetty and use the ladder.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-30m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-19°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners, with shallow sections starting at approximately 4 metres.
The site features depths ranging from 4 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres.
The Bluff Wharf is a shore-entry dive site with parking available on site.
While the site is used for both diving and snorkelling, it is rated more highly for diving than snorkelling.
The best months to visit are December, January, February, March, April, September, October, and November.
Diving at The Bluff Wharf in Victor Harbour requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at The Bluff Wharf in Victor Harbour. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 19°C.
Expect moderate currents at The Bluff Wharf in Victor Harbour. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at The Bluff Wharf in Victor Harbour typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.