This dive site features a spectacular limestone reef system with numerous ledges, overhangs, and swim-throughs. It is famous as a key aggregation site for critically endangered Grey Nurse Sharks, particularly during the winter months. The complex topography also supports a rich variety of temperate water marine life, from large gropers to small nudibranchs.
Roe Reef
Limestone reef with swim-throughs and Grey Nurse Shark aggregations.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m 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
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Australian Sea Lion
Nurse Shark
Western Blue Groper
Samson Fish
Nudibranch
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Western King Wrasse
Harlequin Fish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Depths can reach 30m with potential for moderate currents and surge.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Moderate
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