

Best for intermediate divers, 8-28m, boat entry, mild current.
The Cables is a reef and artificial reef site in Western Australia, offering a varied underwater topography for intermediate divers. The site features depths ranging from 8 to 28 metres, with visibility typically between 10 and 15 metres. Divers encounter mild currents, making the site manageable for those with appropriate experience. The structure consists of both natural reef and artificial elements, which require careful navigation due to the risk of entanglement from snagged fishing lines and nets. Divers should maintain good buoyancy control and keep gear secured close to the body. Boat access is required to reach this location.
-35.06100, 118.05900
Take your time around any cables or submerged lines and keep your gauges and dangling gear clipped close to avoid snagging. Checking locally for current conditions before you go is worthwhile, as water movement can vary.
Accessed by charter boat from the Two Peoples Bay area or Albany. No parking at the dive site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-28m
Visibility
10-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-21°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
The site reaches depths between 8 and 28 metres.
No, The Cables is rated for intermediate divers due to the specific hazards present.
Access to this site is by boat only.
The main hazard is entanglement from fishing lines and nets snagged on the reef structure. Divers should move deliberately and keep gear clipped close.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 8 metres, and boat access is required.
Diving at The Cables 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 The Cables in Albany. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 21°C.
The best months to visit The Cables in Albany are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
The Cables in Albany typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Cables in Albany typically ranges from 10 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.