

Best for beginner divers, 2-12m, shore entry, mild current.
Falmouth in Bicheno, Australia, is a shore-accessible site featuring a combination of reef and kelp forest. Suitable for beginners, the site offers depths ranging from 2 to 12 metres with an average of 6 metres. Visibility varies significantly, spanning 5 to 30 metres. Water temperatures range from 13C to 19C, necessitating a 7mm wetsuit or drysuit. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of surf conditions and mild currents. The site supports a variety of temperate marine life typical of the region, including reef fish and invertebrates inhabiting the kelp and rocky structures. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets.
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Wear at least a 5mm wetsuit and consider gloves and a hood, as Tasmanian waters stay cold even in summer. Calm mornings tend to offer the best visibility before any afternoon wind stirs up the surface.
The site is accessible from the shore along Falmouth Beach.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 12m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
25 min
Best Time
Year-round
The site supports a range of temperate marine life, including various reef fish and invertebrates that inhabit the kelp forest and reef environment.
Yes, Falmouth is considered suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers due to its shallow depths and shore access.
The depth at this site ranges from 2 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
Falmouth is a shore dive, with entry made directly from the beach.
Yes, snorkelling is possible, though it has a low rating of 1/5.
Diving and snorkelling are possible year-round, from January through December.
Diving at Falmouth in East Coast requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Falmouth in East Coast. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 19°C.
Falmouth in East Coast typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Falmouth in East Coast typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.