

Best for intermediate divers, 6-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Mindarie Reef offers a varied underwater landscape featuring reef structures, caves, and a canyon that descends to 30 metres. Located 5000 metres offshore, this site requires boat access and is suited to intermediate divers. Depths range from 6 to 30 metres with an average of 15 metres. Visibility typically fluctuates between 7 and 20 metres. Divers should be prepared for mild currents and potential surge, particularly within the shallower reef areas and canyons. Due to frequent boat traffic, including crayfish fishermen, the use of a surface marker buoy is essential during ascents and safety stops. Water temperatures range from 19C to 23C throughout the year.
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March to May and September to November tend to bring the clearest water and calmer conditions, making those months the best window to time your charter booking. Always carry a surface marker buoy given the boat traffic overhead.
Access is via boat, typically from Mindarie Marina. Several dive charter operators, such as Western Blue Dive & Charters, run trips to the local reefs.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-30m
Visibility
7-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth range and potential for surge.
The site ranges from 6 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Snorkelling is not recommended at Mindarie Reef, with a rating of 1 out of 5.
The best months to dive are March, April, May, September, October, and November, which typically offer the clearest water and calmer conditions.
Access is by boat only, and boat charters are available in the area.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, surge in shallower areas and canyons, and the occasional presence of sharks.
Diving at Mindarie Reef in Perth Metro requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Mindarie Reef in Perth Metro. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 23°C.
Mindarie Reef in Perth Metro typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Mindarie Reef in Perth Metro typically ranges from 7 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.