This dive site is famous for its intricate network of limestone caves, swim-throughs, and ledges. Located at Rottnest Island, it offers stunning underwater topography and is home to unique local marine life like Western Blue Devils and crayfish.
Monkeys Cave
Shallow cave and swim-through dive at Rottnest Island.
Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Port Jackson Shark
Rough Bullseye
Old Wife
Western Blue Devil
Wrasse
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Western Rock Lobster
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow depth for beginners; caves and swim-throughs offer interest for more experienced divers.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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