

Best for beginner divers, 12m, boat entry, moderate current.
10 Channel Marker is a drift dive located in Port Phillip Bay near Rye, Australia. The site is situated around a navigation marker at a consistent depth of 12 metres. Divers must access this location by boat and time their entry for slack water, as the channel is subject to strong tidal currents that can exceed 6 knots. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres. Due to the active channel environment, divers should remain vigilant for boat traffic throughout the dive. This site is suitable for beginners who possess basic buoyancy control skills, with typical dive times around 50 minutes.
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Time your dive around the tidal cycle, as the current can run harder than expected outside slack water, and for beginners that difference matters significantly. Stay aware of boat traffic throughout the dive, as this is an active channel marker.
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Depth
12m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
12-20°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Dec
There is no specific data available regarding the marine life at this site.
Yes, the 12-metre depth is manageable for newer divers, provided they have basic buoyancy control skills to handle the drift conditions.
The site has an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the channel marker.
The best months to dive 10 Channel Marker are December, January, February, March, April, and May.
The main hazards are strong tidal currents and active boat traffic. Diving must be conducted at slack water to ensure safety.
Diving at 10 Channel Marker in Rye requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at 10 Channel Marker in Rye. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 20°C.
Expect moderate currents at 10 Channel Marker in Rye. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at 10 Channel Marker in Rye typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.