This dive site is located in a natural harbor featuring manmade structures alongside a quarry. The area holds historical interest, with the belief of two wrecks present; one identified as the Fore Derrick, a small fishing boat. To access the wreck, enter from the slipway and follow the mooring line, which rests at a depth of 5 meters. The wreck itself sits between 14 and 15 meters below the surface, offering ample space for exploration – specifically, you can explore the wheelhouse. Due to the bottom's gloopy mud, excellent buoyancy is recommended as it tends to lift and settle slowly. This dive could provide opportunities to observe Nudibranchs; a thornback ray was recently spotted here. On the harbor’s left side, a rocky reef area provides a less silt-prone alternative for exploration.
Bonawe Quarry
Historic quarry shore dive with a wreck and macro life.
Shore Access
12m Avg Depth
15m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Nudibranch
Thornback Ray
Pollack
Anemone
California Spiny Lobster
Wrasse
Crab
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Shallow depth but requires excellent buoyancy control due to silty bottom.
Hazards:
Silt outCold waterEntanglement
Current Strength:
Mild
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