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Swirl Reef

Rottnest Island, Australia
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Intermediate

Limestone reef with caves, swim-throughs, and diverse marine life.

Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
24m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site features a stunning limestone reef system with intricate swim-throughs, caves, and ledges. It is known for its dramatic topography and is washed by clear oceanic waters, attracting a rich variety of temperate marine life. The name 'Swirl' hints at the variable currents and surge that can be present, creating an exciting dive.

Diving Freediving

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

limestone reefcavernswim-throughwide angleboat divetemperateaustraliaperth

Marine Life

western blue devilharlequin fishwestern king wrassebuffalo breamwestern rock lobstercuttlefish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Exposed location can create surge and currents, requiring experience.

Hazards:
currentsurgeboat trafficdepth
Current Strength:

Variable

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