

Best for intermediate divers, 5-38m, boat entry, mild current.
HMAS Perth II is a decommissioned warship resting on the seabed off Western Australia. The wreck sits at depths ranging from 5 to 38 metres, with an average depth of 34 metres. Access is by boat only, located 1500 metres from the shore. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Due to the depth, this site is suited for intermediate divers who must manage decompression limits, nitrogen narcosis, and air supply carefully. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, sea stars, sea hares, and various crustaceans. Always check local conditions before departure as visibility can vary significantly.
-35.07950, 117.96820
Keep your bottom time at depth conservative on your first dive down to the lower sections of the wreck, as nitrogen narcosis can become a factor and the conditions can change your available no-decompression time quickly. Check locally for current conditions before you go, as visibility can vary significantly.
The wreck is located 500m southwest of Seal Island in King George Sound.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-38m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-21°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, sea stars, sea hares, zoanthids, crabs, and various fish species such as the Western Blue Devil, Old Wife, and Moonlighter.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth of the wreck and the requirement for careful decompression planning.
The wreck lies at depths between 5 and 38 metres, with an average depth of 34 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1500 metres from the shore.
While the site is listed for both activities, the depth of the wreck makes it primarily a destination for scuba divers.
Diving at HMAS Perth II 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 HMAS Perth II in Albany. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 21°C.
HMAS Perth II in Albany typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at HMAS Perth II in Albany typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.