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.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

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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

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 19.4°C

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