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Tanker Jetty

Esperance, Australia
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Beginner

Iconic jetty shore dive famous for Leafy Seadragons.

Shore Access
8m Avg Depth
12m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is an iconic shore dive beneath a historic jetty structure, famous for its resident colony of elusive Leafy Seadragons. The pylons, covered in colourful sponges and soft corals, create a stunning photographic landscape. The site is a haven for macro life, including various nudibranchs, octopus, and cuttlefish, alongside schools of fish.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

wrecksharkaustraliaesperance

Marine Life

Leafy SeadragonAustralian Sea LionnudibranchoctopuscuttlefishboarfishPort Jackson shark

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow depth, easy shore access, and minimal currents make it ideal for all divers.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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