Martin Island

Wollongong, Australia
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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All levels

Dive with a playful Australian Fur Seal colony.

Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Martin Island, is known for its fascinating Australian Fur Seal colony. The seals frequently gather near the surface and descend to the bottom, offering a captivating experience for divers of all levels. Maximum depth recorded is 25 meters. Due to the presence of these animals, there's plenty to observe regardless of your diving certification. The cooler water currents that bring the seals tend to flow through this area.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

sealsboat divebeginner friendlyrocky reefwide anglemarine mammals

Marine Life

Australian Fur SealWeedy SeadragonEastern Blue GroperPort Jackson SharkCuttlefishNudibranchsSponge Gardens

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Seals are active from the surface to the bottom, making it enjoyable for everyone.

Hazards:
currentmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 19.6°C

Wind

Tide

Swell

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Swell Period (s)

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