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The Monument

Sydney, Australia
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Advanced

Deep offshore pinnacle with dramatic topography and abundant marine life.

Boat Access
25m Avg Depth
35m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site features a massive, isolated rock pinnacle rising dramatically from a sandy bottom off Kurnell. Its complex structure offers numerous ledges, swim-throughs, and walls covered in colourful invertebrates. It is a magnet for large schools of fish and seasonal Grey Nurse Sharks.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

Grey Nurse SharkWobbegong SharkKingfishGiant CuttlefishEastern Blue DevilRed MorwongGorgonian FansSea TulipsPort Jackson Shark

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Deep profile and exposure to strong, unpredictable currents require skills.

Hazards:
depthcurrentboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

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