This dive site features a spectacular underwater landscape of massive granite boulders, creating numerous swim-throughs and canyons to explore. The clear temperate waters are home to a diverse range of sponges, soft corals, and unique species like the Leafy Seadragon. It offers an easily accessible shore dive with stunning topography.
Little Wharton Beach
Pristine shore dive with unique granite swim-throughs and seadragons.
Shore 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
Nudibranch
Seal
Crayfish
Soft Gingerbread Hem Star
Western Blue Devil
Sponge
Harlequin Fish
Leafy Seadragon
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Easy shore entry into a sheltered bay with generally calm conditions.
Current Strength:
Mild
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