This dive site is located on the northernmost point of Southwest Solitary (Grouper) Island. The area features gutters along the seabed, offering opportunities to encounter Blue Groupers and schooling bullseyes year-round. It’s also a recognized Grey Nurse Shark nursery, with juvenile pups occasionally observed during specific times of the year. When conditions at South Solitary are unfavorable, this site presents a reliable alternative for divers. The island's location provides a unique underwater environment.
Northern Gutters South West Solitary Island
Shallow gutters with groupers and juvenile Grey Nurse sharks.
Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Eastern Blue Groper
Nurse Shark
Green Sea Turtle
Bullseye
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Loggerhead Sea Turtle
Southern Eagle Ray- Wwobbegong-shark
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner/Intermediate
Shallow 18m depth, but potential shark encounters suit experienced beginners.
Hazards:
currentboat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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