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Tasmanian Dive Sites
Discover our most popular boat and shore dive sites around Tasmania. Each location showcases the unique underwater landscapes that make this region a diving paradise, from towering sea cliffs and kelp forests to sponge gardens and wrecks. Sites are chosen based on the best conditions on the day, and dives are generally self-guided with thorough briefings, although private guides are available on request. Water temperatures typically range from 11–18°C depending on the season. Many divers also enjoy Tasmania’s seasonal recreational seafood, including lobster, abalone, and scallops (subject to local regulations and seasons). We recommend a good quality 7mm wetsuit or drysuit to stay comfortable year-round.
🌊 Boat Dive Sites
Little Waterfall Bay
Depth: 8–24m
Experience Level: Open Water to Advanced
Sheltered bay with colourful reef walls, sponge gardens, and great visibility. Ideal for relaxed exploration and photography. A good chance to see Weedy Sea Dragons. Also home to Headbanger Cave for Advanced divers.
Waterfall Bay
Depth: 8–25m
Experience Level: Open Water to Advanced
Dramatic cliffs, boulder gardens, and sponge-covered reefs. A good chance to see Weedy Sea Dragons here.
Waterfall Bay Night Dives
Depth: 8–25m
Experience Level: Advanced Open Water or Night Diver
Octopus, sleeping fish, and bioluminescence transform the reef after dark. A spectacular experience. Potential to see Weedy Sea Dragons and Rock Lobster active at night.
Sloping Island Kelp Forest
Depth: 5–12m
Experience Level: All certified divers
Small kelp beds with seahorses, schooling fish, and colourful invertebrates. One of the few Giant Kelp Forests left diveable close to Hobart/Tasman Peninsula.
Maria Island
Depth: 5–40m
Experience Level: Open Water to Deep Dive Certification depending on site
Beautiful reefs and bommies with abundant fish life and excellent visibility. Excellent lobster, abalone, and scallop diving along the expansive coast.
The Thumbs
Depth: 15–40m+
Experience Level: Advanced or Deep Dive Certification
Distinctive rock formations with vertical walls, overhangs, and vibrant sponge gardens.
Twin Peaks
Depth: 5–40m
Experience Level: Advanced or Deep Dive Certification
Twin rocky pinnacles with large schools of fish and occasional eagle rays. Beautiful swim-through between the peaks descending to 35m.
The Sisters
Depth: 20–40m+
Experience Level: Advanced or Deep Dive Certification
Two rocky outcrops with ledges, crevices, and prolific marine life. Ideal for photography.
Deep Glen Bay
Depth: 10–40m
Experience Level: Open Water to Deep Dive Certification depending on the dive
Sheer walls and boulder gardens teeming with reef fish. Sheltered with excellent visibility. Good chance of Weedy Sea Dragons between 8–25m.
The Needle (Hippolyte)
Depth: 5–40m+
Experience Level: Advanced or Deep Dive Certification
A pinnacle covered in sponges and sea whips. Schooling fish, vibrant colours, and frequent strong currents.
The Hippolyte
Depth: 10–40m+
Experience Level: Advanced or Deep Dive Certification
Large boulders and drop-offs with prolific marine life. Dramatic terrain and incredible visibility. Strong currents often present.
Tasman Island
Depth: 10–40m+
Experience Level: Advanced or Deep Dive Certification
Remote site with sheer walls and abundant fish life beneath towering cliffs. A special adventure for experienced divers.
The Trident
Depth: 20–40m+
Experience Level: Advanced or Deep Dive Certification
Deep reef with massive sponges, sea whips, and overhangs. A highlight for experienced divers seeking colour and scale.
SS Nord Wreck
Depth: ~40m
Experience Level: Deep Dive Certification
Historic steamship lying upright, covered in marine life. Highly weather-dependent and a true bucket-list dive.
🏖️ Shore Dive Sites
Handfish – Sandy Bay
Depth: 5–14m
Experience Level: All certified divers
Shallow site famous for the elusive Spotted Handfish. Best explored slowly with a keen eye for macro life.
Kingston Beach
Depth: 3–8m
Experience Level: All certified divers
Easy shore entry with sandy bottom and reef patches. Ideal for beginners and relaxed diving close to Hobart.
Blackmans Bay – North and South
Depth: 3–10m
Experience Level: All certified divers
Sheltered reefs with fish, sponges, and occasional rays. Popular among locals for easy access and good marine life.
Taroona Marine Reserve
Depth: 3–18m
Experience Level: All certified divers
Rocky reefs and kelp beds with diverse fish life. Easy access and protected conditions. Great chance of seeing Southern Rock Lobster.
Ninepin Point Marine Reserve
Depth: 3–10m
Experience Level: All certified divers
Protected reserve with rocky reefs, kelp beds, and great macro life. Perfect for relaxed exploration.
Fortescue Bay
Depth: 3–12m
Experience Level: All certified divers
Clear water with abundant fish life. A favourite site for shore diving trips and snorkelling.
Tinderbox Marine Reserve
Depth: 3–12m
Experience Level: All certified divers
Kelp forests, schooling fish, and prolific invertebrates. A popular site near Hobart.
Waubs Bay (Bicheno)
Depth: 4–18m
Experience Level: All certified divers
Granite boulders and colourful sponge gardens with plentiful macro life. One of the East Coast’s best shore dives—often over 10 Weedy Sea Dragons can be seen on a single dive.
