This dive site is a premier Sydney macro photography location, renowned for its resident population of White's Seahorses and Pygmy Pipehorses. Divers explore the seagrass beds and an old, submerged anti-torpedo net which acts as a thriving artificial reef. It is an excellent and popular site for night diving.
Chowder Bay
Famous Sydney shore dive for seahorses and macro life.
Shore Access
12m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Excellent
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
White's Seahorse
Anglerfish
Southern Eagle Ray
Northern Clingfish
Pipehorse
Octopus
Leatherjacket
Nudibranch
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Ray
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Shallow, protected bay with easy shore entry and mild currents.
Hazards:
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Current Strength:
Mild
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