

Best for beginner divers, 2-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Seal Cove is a reef site located 12 kilometres offshore from Albany, Western Australia. The site features depths ranging from 2 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Access is by boat only. While the site is sheltered from Southern Ocean currents, divers should be aware of potential surge, particularly within cave structures. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 20 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18C and 21C throughout the year. Divers are advised to remain stationary to encourage natural interactions with the resident seals and sea lions found at the reef.
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Visit between March and May or September and November when conditions tend to be most settled and the seals are at their most active around the reef. Let the seals come to you rather than chasing them and you will get far better interaction.
Located 12 kilometres south-east of Albany, the site is accessed by boat or with a local dive charter.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 18m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-21°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
Divers can encounter resident seals and sea lions at this reef site.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its mild currents and shallow depth zones.
The site ranges from 2 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Seal Cove is a boat dive located 12 kilometres from the shore.
The best months to dive are March, April, May, September, October, and November.
Diving at Seal Cove 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 Seal Cove in Albany. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 21°C.
Seal Cove in Albany typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Seal Cove in Albany typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.