

Best for beginner divers, 2-5m, shore entry, strong current.
Portarlington Pier is a shore dive located on the Port Phillip Bay side of the Mornington Peninsula. The site features an artificial reef structure at depths ranging from 2 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 4 and 7 metres, though conditions vary with wind and swell. Marine life observed at the site includes Port Jackson sharks, fiddler rays, common stingrays, sea stars, tube worms, crabs, eleven-armed sea stars, and snails. The site is suitable for beginners, though divers must remain aware of strong currents, particularly on outgoing tides, and potential vessel movements near the pier.
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Float against a pylon and systematically scan from waterline to seabed to spot nudibranchs.
Entry is from the pier steps or the beach adjacent to the pier. Parking is available at the foreshore reserve.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
4-7m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
12-21°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Divers regularly encounter Port Jackson sharks, fiddler rays, common stingrays, sea stars, tube worms, crabs, eleven-armed sea stars, and various snails.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth, although divers should be cautious of strong currents.
The site ranges from 2 to 5 metres in depth, with an average depth of 3 metres.
This is a shore dive with entry points available near the pier.
The main hazards are strong currents, especially on outgoing tides, and potential vessel traffic. Divers should stay close to the pier structure and shuffle their feet when entering or exiting the water.
Diving at Portarlington Peir in Portarlington requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Portarlington Peir in Portarlington. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 21°C.
The best months to visit Portarlington Peir in Portarlington are April, May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Portarlington Peir in Portarlington can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Portarlington Peir in Portarlington typically ranges from 4 metres to 7 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.