This dive site is a popular and accessible shore dive near Denham, ideal for beginners and underwater photographers. It features extensive seagrass beds over a sandy bottom, providing a rich habitat for a variety of macro life like pipefish and nudibranchs. The shallow depths and calm conditions make it a relaxing and rewarding dive, with frequent turtle sightings.
Sandy Point
Easy shore dive known for seagrass beds and macro life.
Shore Access
6m Avg Depth
10m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Sea Snake
Turtle
Pipefish
Dugong
Flathead
Nudibranch- SStringray
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Shallow depth, easy shore access, and generally calm, protected conditions.
Hazards:
marine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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