This dive site, located off Rottnest Island, features an extensive network of limestone caves, swim-throughs, and large overhangs at a shallow depth. It is renowned for its fascinating topography and is home to a rich variety of temperate marine life, including large Western Blue Gropers and resident sharks.
Bat Caves
Shallow dive with impressive caves, swim-throughs, and abundant life.
Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Old Wife
Western Blue Groper
Western Talma
Crayfish
Port Jackson Shark
Nudibranch
Australian Giant Cuttlefish- Wwobbegong-shark
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow depths and optional swim-throughs suit both new and experienced divers.
Hazards:
boat trafficoverhead environment
Current Strength:
Mild
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