

Best for beginner divers, 6-50m, boat entry, mild current.
Phantoms is a marine dive site near Albany, Western Australia, offering both wall and reef topography. The site is accessed by boat and features depths ranging from 6 to 50 metres. The reef section provides a shallower environment suitable for beginners, while the wall drops rapidly into deeper water. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 17C and 21C throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, sea stars, sea hares, crabs, moonlighters, snails, chromis, and triplefins. Due to the rapid drop-off, divers should monitor their depth and air consumption closely.
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As a beginner, plan your dive on the reef rather than chasing the wall, and brief your buddy in advance on your agreed maximum depth before you enter the water. Facilities vary, so confirm what your boat operator provides before you head out.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
6-50m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-21°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, sea stars, sea hares, crabs, moonlighters, snails, chromis, and triplefins.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners if they remain on the shallower reef section and avoid the deeper wall area.
The site ranges from 6 metres on the reef to depths exceeding 50 metres along the wall.
Phantoms is a boat-only dive site; you must arrange boat transport to access the location.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallower reef sections may be accessible for snorkelling depending on boat operator policies.
Diving at Phantoms in Albany requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Phantoms in Albany. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Phantoms in Albany. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 21°C.
The best months to visit Phantoms in Albany are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Phantoms in Albany typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Phantoms in Albany typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.