Diving and Snorkelling
Explore the water off South Australia. It is some of the most pristine and diverse in the world.
Swim with sea lions at Baird Bay on the Eyre Peninsula. Australian sea lions are a rare species. These animals are naturally curious and often swim right up to divers. Can’t somersault? Learn from the pros.
Cage dive with great white sharks near Port Lincoln. These sharks grow up to seven metres long and can weigh almost 3,200 kilograms. Get up close and feel the thrill when one swims past. You can also swim with tuna in a safe enclosure.
Cuttlefish and leafy sea dragons
Snorkel with giant cuttlefish near Whyalla. Watch as they change colour and texture to blend in with their environment. Whyalla is the cuttlefish capital of the world. The annual spawning season is from May to August.
Spot leafy sea dragons and weedy sea dragons. These fascinating creatures are close seahorse relatives. They only live in southern and western Australian water. Find them around Yorke Peninsula, Kangaroo Island and the Fleurieu Peninsula.
Wreck dives
Dive down to a shipwreck. The ex-HMAS Hobart is one of Australia’s best. Most of the ship is intact and divers can explore engine rooms, mess decks and gun turrets. It’s only a 10 minute boat ride from Marina St Vincent on the Fleurieu Peninsula.
Experienced divers can explore Troubridge Shoals off Yorke Peninsula. It is home to several ships that were wrecked in the nineteenth century. It’s crawling with spider crabs and other marine life. The shoals are a delight for divers and underwater photographers.
On the surface
It’s not only scuba divers who have all the fun. There’s also great snorkelling. See schools of fish and leafy sea dragons at Rapid Bay jetty. Snorkel the reef at Second Valley.
Enjoy the pristine water of the Yorke Peninsula. These are some of the state’s best snorkelling spots. Find fish, seahorses and coral around Edithburgh jetty. See Port Jackson sharks and eagle rays around Point Gilbert at Port Moorowie. Snorkel at the Parsons Beach reef which runs the length of the beach.
Discover what’s hidden under the surface of South Australia.
Things to do
Here are some great ideas for you to try while you’re in the area.
What’s on
There are plenty of events on in South Australia. Here are some ideas you might like.
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