Gravel Loader
Deep boat dive on a spectacular artificial reef structure.
Boat Access
25m Avg Depth
35m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site features the remains of a massive offshore coal loader, creating a spectacular artificial reef. Its complex structure provides shelter for immense schools of fish, wobbegong sharks, and a rich variety of invertebrate life. The sheer scale of the wreckage makes for a dramatic and memorable deep dive.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
sydneyaustraliadiving
Marine Life
Weedy SeadragonGiant CuttlefishWobbegong SharkPort Jackson SharkEastern Blue GroperKingfishYellowtail ScadSea PikeNudibranchsSponges
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
This is a deep site, often exposed to strong currents and significant ocean swell, requiring experience.
Hazards:
depthcurrentboat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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