

Best for advanced divers, 12-45m, boat entry, strong current.
Lonsdale Wall is a vertical reef and cave system located at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay. The wall drops from 12 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Due to its position in a high-velocity tidal zone, this site is strictly for advanced divers and requires boat access. Dives must be timed precisely for slack water to manage strong currents, and the site is often dived as a drift. Divers should be prepared for deep diving conditions, potential decompression requirements, and active shipping traffic. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 15 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 13C and 18C throughout the year.
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Time your dive around slack water at the turn of the tide to get the most manageable current conditions and maximise bottom time on the wall. Confirm local tide tables before booking, as the difference between slack and full flow at this site is significant.
Boat access only from Queenscliff or Portsea harbours.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-45m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-18°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
No, this site is for advanced divers only due to the extreme tidal currents, significant depths, and the requirement for precise slack water timing.
The wall drops from 12 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located in a shipping channel.
The best months to visit are November, December, January, February, March, and April.
The primary hazards include extremely strong tidal currents, deep water, potential for nitrogen narcosis, and active boat traffic in the shipping channel.
Diving at Lonsdale Wall in Queenscliff requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Lonsdale Wall in Queenscliff. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 18°C.
Lonsdale Wall in Queenscliff can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Lonsdale Wall in Queenscliff typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.