

Best for intermediate divers, 8-28m, boat entry, mild current.
The Cables in Cottesloe, Australia, is a diverse marine site featuring a combination of natural reef, artificial structures, and seagrass beds. Divers can explore depths ranging from 8 to 28 metres. The site is exposed and subject to swell and surge, making it best suited for intermediate divers on calm days with light winds. Visibility typically ranges between 3 and 15 metres. Access is by boat, and divers should remain aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, surge, and entanglement risks associated with the old cables. Water temperatures fluctuate between 19C and 23C throughout the year.
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September through May offers the most reliable conditions, so plan around that window if you can. Take your time moving slowly through the seagrass beds rather than heading straight for depth, as the seadragons are easy to miss if you rush past.
Access is from Mosman Beach, also known as Cable Station beach. Parking is available along Curtin Avenue near the Vlamingh Memorial and the Old Cable Station building. The entry is a 700m stretch of sand at the base of 10m high bluffs.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-28m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
The site depths range from 8 to 28 metres.
No, the site is rated for intermediate divers due to the exposed nature of the reef, potential for surge, and entanglement hazards.
The Cables requires boat access.
The most reliable conditions occur from September through May.
Divers should be cautious of boat traffic, surge, and entanglement risks from the old cables present at the site.
Diving at The Cables in Perth requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at The Cables in Perth. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit The Cables in Perth are September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April, and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
The Cables in Perth typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Cables in Perth typically ranges from 3 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.