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Penguin Island

Rockingham, Australia
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Beginner

Shallow limestone reefs with playful Australian sea lions.

Boat Access
8m Avg Depth
15m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site features a network of shallow limestone reefs, ledges, and swim-throughs covered in sponges and soft corals. It is famous for frequent encounters with playful Australian sea lions and rich macro life, including the elusive weedy seadragon.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

Australian sea lionweedy seadragonwestern blue devil fishstingraycuttlefishport jackson sharknudibranchcrayfish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow depths, generally calm conditions, and easy navigation make it ideal for new divers and training courses.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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