This dive site is a shallow, protected shore dive located within a netted swimming enclosure in Sydney Harbour. It is renowned for its excellent macro life, particularly seahorses, pipefish, and anglerfish found amongst the pylons and seagrass beds. The easy access and calm conditions make it an extremely popular spot for night dives and beginner training courses.
Watsons Bay Baths
Shallow, protected shore dive known for its excellent macro life.
Shore Access
5m Avg Depth
9m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Fair
Water Visibility Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
White's Seahorse
Leatherjacket
Anglerfish
Pipefish
Octopus
Northern Clingfish
Port Jackson Shark
Starfish
Flathead
Nudibranch
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Shallow depth, easy shore entry, and very mild currents.
Hazards:
boat trafficentanglement
Current Strength:
Mild
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