

Best for advanced divers, 10-15m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Gap is a reef dive located 500 metres offshore from Kangaroo Island, Australia. This site is reserved for advanced divers due to moderate currents and potential surge. The reef structure features ledges and crevices, with working depths between 10 and 15 metres. Visibility varies from 5 to 15 metres. A boat is required for access, and a wetsuit is recommended throughout the year due to the Southern Ocean water temperatures, which range from 15 to 20C. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, sea stars, bullseyes, crabs, abalone, snails, hard coral, and triplefins. Always confirm local conditions and boat operator availability before planning a dive.
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November through May offers the most settled conditions, so plan your trip accordingly. Confirm facilities and boat operator availability locally before heading out, as support infrastructure at this site can vary.
The site is accessible by boat only.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-15m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, sea stars, bullseyes, crabs, abalone, snails, hard coral, and triplefins.
No, The Gap is intended for advanced divers due to the presence of moderate currents and surge.
The site has an average depth of 10 metres, with working depths reaching up to 15 metres.
This is a boat dive located 500 metres from the shore; a boat is required to access the site.
Snorkelling is not recommended at this site, with a rating of 1/5.
The most settled conditions occur from November through May.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at The Gap in Yorke Peninsula. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.
Expect moderate currents at The Gap in Yorke Peninsula. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at The Gap in Yorke Peninsula typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.