

Best for advanced divers, shore entry, strong current.
Whalers Way Swimming Hole on Kangaroo Island is a shore entry reef site suited to advanced divers and snorkellers. The site features a sheltered rockpool, though the area immediately outside is subject to strong, unpredictable waves, surge, and rip currents. Visitors must remain within the protected rockpool to avoid significant hazards. Water temperatures range from 15C to 19C, with conditions best between November and May. The habitat supports a variety of temperate marine life, including reef fish and invertebrates typical of the South Australia region. Divers should check local surf and swell reports before entry, as conditions can deteriorate rapidly.
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The site is accessed via a bolted-in steel ladder.
The site is located within the privately owned Whalers Way Sanctuary. An entry permit ($40 which includes the first night of camping) must be purchased from the Port Lincoln Visitor Information Centre or online to get a key/code for the gate. The swimming hole is accessed via a steep, rocky road followed by a descent down a steel ladder bolted to the cliff face.
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Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-19°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
180 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
The site supports a variety of temperate marine life, including reef fish and invertebrates typical of the South Australia region.
No, this site is suited to advanced divers and snorkellers due to strong currents, surf, and surge.
Yes, the site is used for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 4/5.
This is a shore entry site.
The best months to visit are November, December, January, February, March, April, and May.
Primary hazards include strong currents, surf, surge, and the risk of freak waves outside the protected rockpool.
Diving at Whalers Way Swimming Hole in Port Lincoln requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Whalers Way Swimming Hole in Port Lincoln. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 19°C.
Whalers Way Swimming Hole in Port Lincoln can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.