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Scuba Diving in Sydney

Scuba Diving Sydney

If you're searching for the best scuba diving Sydney has to offer, you're in the right place. Whether you’re a first-time diver or a certified adventurer, Sydney delivers unforgettable underwater experiences — and Abyss Scuba Diving is the trusted leader for both training and dive trips. Sydney's top dive sites include Botany Bay and Bates Bay, each offering unique underwater environments. At these locations, divers can explore kelp teeming with marine life, vibrant reefs, shipwrecks, shark caves, and playful seals — all just minutes from the city.

Dive Sites in Sydney

  • Shark Magic Point – Dive with grey nurse sharks along the wall
  • Groper Shelly Beach – Great for beginners, colourful reefs and fish species
  • Octopus Chowder Bay – Macro heaven: decorator crabs, frog fish, and seahorses
  • Sea Dragon Bare Island – Two dive sites in one, home to weedy sea dragons
  • Marine Reserve Cabbage Tree Bay – A marine reserve rich in sea stars and cuttlefish

What Marine Life Will You See?

Scuba diving in Sydney offers encounters with:

  • Shark Grey nurse sharks, dusky whaler sharks, and wobbegong sharks
  • Seal Australian fur seals
  • Sea Dragon Weedy sea dragons, pipefish, seahorses, and pygmy pipefish
  • Groper Friendly eastern blue gropers
  • Octopus Cuttlefish, octopus, decorator crabs, frog fish, and sea stars

Boat Dives & Shore Dives in Sydney

Whether you prefer easy-access shore dives or fast offshore boat dives, Abyss Scuba Diving offers both. Our dive boat is a 900HP custom-built RIB, allowing fast access to sites like Magic Point and Cape Solander. Shore dives at locations like Bare Island and Shelly Beach are perfect for divers of all levels and often deliver amazingly colourful dives.

Many of Sydney’s best sites are accessible via flat rock platforms, making entry and exit safe and simple. Dive with a buddy and explore some of Sydney’s most diverse marine ecosystems.

For more details on Sydney's best shore entry points, read our blog on shore diving in Sydney.

 

Renting Dive Gear in Sydney

If you're travelling or just getting started, renting scuba gear from Abyss ensures you’re using well-maintained equipment suited for local conditions. Our gear rental packages include wetsuits, masks, fins, BCDs, regulators, and dive computers. All gear is checked and serviced regularly.

Plan Your Next Dive

Use our Sydney Dive Calendar to schedule your next dive. Whether you want to book a seal dive, shore dive, or boat dive, our calendar is the easiest way to plan your scuba diving adventures in Sydney. Certified divers and new students are welcome!

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be certified to dive in Sydney?

No – if you're new to scuba, you can take part in our Learn to Dive program, which includes certification. Certified divers can join our dive calendar straight away.

What is the water temperature like in Sydney?

Sydney’s water temperatures range from 15°C in the colder months to around 23°C in the warmer ones. We provide wetsuits to keep you comfortable year-round.

How do I book a scuba dive in Sydney?

You can book directly through our Sydney Dive Calendar for upcoming shore and boat dives. Courses and packages can also be booked online.

Can beginners go scuba diving in Sydney?

Yes! Our PADI Learn to Dive course is designed for complete beginners and includes all gear, training, and a bonus seal dive.

What marine life can I see when diving in Sydney?

Expect to see weedy sea dragons, Port Jackson sharks, dusky whaler sharks, cuttlefish, rays, seals, whales during certain months, sea stars, moray eels, frog fish, pipe fish, decorator crabs, pygmy pipefish, seahorses, and eastern blue gropers.

 

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