

Best for beginner divers, Up to 18m, shore entry, mild current.
Wharton Beach is a shore-entry reef site in Australia offering depths ranging from the shallows to 18 metres. The site is suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and a reef structure that supports a variety of marine life, including weedy and leafy seadragons, Australian giant cuttlefish, blue devil fish, southern eagle rays, and Port Jackson sharks. Divers will also encounter sponges and assorted wrasse across the reef. Conditions vary, so check for surf and rip currents before entering. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets. April and October typically provide the most settled conditions for diving.
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April and October tend to offer the most settled conditions, which is when visibility is most likely to work in your favour. Be aware of the rip current and surf on entry, and check conditions carefully before getting in.
Take Fisheries Road to Condingup, then turn south and follow signs to Wharton Beach. 4WD is required for beach access.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 18m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
16-20°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, Oct
Divers may encounter weedy and leafy seadragons, Australian giant cuttlefish, blue devil fish, southern eagle rays, Port Jackson sharks, sponges, and various wrasse.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as it features mild currents and depths reaching 18 metres.
Wharton Beach is a shore-entry dive site.
April and October tend to offer the most settled conditions for diving.
Be cautious of rip currents, surf, and the shore break during entry and exit. Additionally, shuffle your feet in the shallows to avoid stingrays.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Wharton Beach in Esperance. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 20°C.
Wharton Beach in Esperance has a maximum depth of 18 metres.
Wharton Beach in Esperance typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.