Navy Pier

Best time to dive

January to December; April to September; July to November

What you might see

• Grey reef sharkLikely
• Moray eelLikely
• NudibranchLikely
• Nurse sharkLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - No - licensed scuba diving only, no independent snorkeling

Safety notes

Active Defence Restricted Area with strict security protocols; tide-dependent slack-water diving only; divers under 18 need passport copy submitted 3+ days ahead

Permits & fees

Access restricted to Dive Ningaloo (sole licensee); mandatory AU$50 Commonwealth security surcharge per diver (cash typically required)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Exmouth