This dive site features a series of crystal-clear, freshwater ponds that lead into a deep, limestone-filtered chasm. Divers descend through a verdant, shallow pond into a spectacular, sunlit cavern known as the Cathedral. The main attraction is the incredible visibility and unique geological formations, not marine life.
Piccaninnie Ponds
Crystal-clear freshwater pond with stunning underwater chasms and caverns.
Shore Access
20m Avg Depth
37m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
cavernadvanced onlywide anglefreshwatersinkholecold wateraustraliamount gambier
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Requires cavern/cave certification due to depth and overhead environment.
Hazards:
depthoverhead environmentcold watersilt out
Current Strength:
Mild
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