

Best for beginner divers, 12-28m, shore entry, mild current.
Dunsky Bay features a combination of reef and wall topography, offering depths between 12 and 28 metres. The site is accessible via shore entry, though the remote location requires a 4WD vehicle for access. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The shallower reef sections provide a suitable environment for beginner divers, while the deeper wall offers more advanced terrain. Facilities at the site include parking. The area is suitable for night diving, and conditions are most reliable from September through to May. Due to the presence of surf, divers should exercise caution when entering and exiting the water.
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Sea dragons tend to sit motionless among weedy growth, so slow down and look carefully rather than swimming quickly along the wall. The site dives best from September through to May when conditions are most reliable.
4WD access via track located off Shelleys Beach Road, recommend high wheelbase vehicle. Can travel via water from sleeper track at Cosy Corner.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-28m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-21°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, particularly in the shallower reef sections which provide a comfortable environment for those gaining experience.
The site ranges in depth from 12 metres in the reef sections to 28 metres along the wall.
Yes, shore entry is possible, though the site is remote and requires a 4WD vehicle for access.
The site is best dived from September through to May when conditions are most reliable.
Divers should be aware of surf conditions and the remote nature of the site, which necessitates the use of a 4WD vehicle.
Diving at Dunsky Bay in Albany requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Dunsky Bay in Albany. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 21°C.
Dunsky Bay in Albany typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Dunsky Bay in Albany typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.