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The Basin

Rottnest Island, Australia
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Beginner

Shallow limestone basin perfect for beginners and snorkelers.

Shore Access
5m Avg Depth
10m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is a stunning natural swimming pool carved from the surrounding limestone reef. Its clear, calm, and shallow waters make it an ideal location for novice divers and snorkelers. The intricate ledges and holes in the limestone provide habitat for a rich variety of temperate fish and invertebrates.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

Western Blue GroperBuff BreamWestern King WrasseSea Sweepoctopuscrayfishvarious small reef fishlimestone reef

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow, calm, and protected from swell, offering easy entry and navigation.

Hazards:
boat trafficsharp rocks
Current Strength:

Mild

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