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Gravel Loader

Sydney, Australia
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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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

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

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