This dive site features the dramatic volcanic topography characteristic of the Poor Knights Islands, with walls, pinnacles, and kelp forests. Divers can explore cracks and crevices teeming with subtropical fish life, moray eels, and numerous nudibranch species. Large stingrays are often spotted on the sandy bottoms at depth.
Outpost
Dramatic volcanic topography with rich subtropical marine life.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Plan Your Visit
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Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Potential for depth, currents, and complex topography requires good buoyancy.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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