This dive site is a shallow limestone reef system renowned as a breeding ground and nursery for Australian Sea Lions. Divers and snorkelers can experience incredible, playful interactions with the resident colony. The site features a beautiful landscape of small caves, ledges, and swim-throughs teeming with other life.
Essex Rocks
Shallow limestone reef famous for playful Australian Sea Lions.
Boat Access
6m Avg Depth
10m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
West Australian Dhufish
Australian Sea Lion
Reef Fish
Western Rock Lobster
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Nudibranch
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Very shallow depths and protected conditions are ideal for novices.
Hazards:
boat trafficmarine life
Current Strength:
Mild
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