

Best for intermediate divers, 1-5m, shore entry, moderate current.
Turquoise Bay in Exmouth offers a drift snorkel and dive along a shallow reef. Located 50 metres from the shore, the site features depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres with an average of 3 metres. Divers and snorkellers enter from the beach to ride the moderate current northward along the reef. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 25 metres. Due to the presence of moderate to strong currents, particularly near the sandbar, this site is suited for intermediate participants. Swimmers should exit before the sandbar to avoid rip currents. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets.
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Time your entry to ride the current northward along the reef rather than fighting it back, and check conditions at the southern end before committing as rips can form there. Jellyfish can be present, so a full wetsuit or stinger suit is worth packing from late summer onward.
Located in Cape Range National Park, 55 to 65 kilometres northwest of Exmouth via Murat Road and Yardie Creek Road. Enter at the northern end and drift south to the marked sand channel.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
23-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The depth at this site ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
No, this site is recommended for intermediate participants due to the presence of moderate to strong currents and potential rip currents.
Turquoise Bay is a shore entry site located 50 metres from the beach.
Yes, Turquoise Bay is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
The main hazards include strong currents, particularly at the northern end of the drift area, as well as the presence of jellyfish and sharks.
Diving at Turquoise Bay in North West Cape requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Turquoise Bay in North West Cape. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Turquoise Bay in North West Cape are May, June, July, August, September, October, November, March, and April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Turquoise Bay in North West Cape. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Turquoise Bay in North West Cape typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.