Shelly Beach / Cabbage Tree Bay

This dive site is located within the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve, a protected area renowned for its incredible biodiversity. Shelly Beach, the only west-facing beach in New South Wales, offers a remarkably sheltered diving environment, making it suitable for divers of all experience levels. The reserve boasts over 160 recorded fish species, promising abundant marine life sightings during every dive. It's consistently considered one of Sydney’s premier shore dives due to its accessibility and the ease with which divers can explore fascinating underwater landscapes. You might encounter various rays, wobbegongs, flatheads, octopus, a diverse array of leatherjackets, old wives, dusky whalers (primarily during April and June), giant cuttlefish (August and September), and even Port Jackson sharks. A memorable diving experience awaits at Shelly Beach, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned diver.