

Best for intermediate divers, Up to 13m, shore entry, mild current.
Tourist Rocks is a shore-entry reef dive in Albany, Australia, reaching depths of up to 13 metres. The site features reef structures that support a variety of marine life, including grouper, old wives, bigeye, dusky morwong, and blue morwong. Divers may also encounter harlequin fish and nudibranchs among the reef formations. Conditions are generally suitable for intermediate divers, with mild currents and water temperatures ranging between 18C and 20C. Visibility can change quickly, so checking local reports is recommended. When entering or exiting the water, shuffle your feet to avoid sharp coral and rocks. A calm day makes navigation and entry significantly easier.
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Visibility at Tourist Rocks can vary considerably, so check recent reports from local dive shops before committing to a session. A calm day makes the shore entry and reef navigation noticeably easier.
Accessed by charter boat from Albany.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 13m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-20°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Dec
Divers can encounter grouper, old wives, bigeye, dusky morwong, blue morwong, harlequin fish, and various nudibranchs.
Tourist Rocks is rated for intermediate divers due to the nature of the reef and variable visibility.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 13 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
The primary hazards are sharp coral and rocks. Divers should shuffle their feet when entering and exiting the water to avoid injury.
Diving at Tourist Rocks in Albany requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Tourist Rocks in Albany. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Tourist Rocks in Albany are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Tourist Rocks in Albany typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.