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March 2024 Tours

Fri 29 Mar

Sea Dragon

  • 7:30 am - Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
    Queenscliff 0730 Portsea 0750

    Fully booked
    Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m

    HMAS Canberra:  The ex HMAS Canberra dive site lies in approximately 28 metres (92 feet) of water, with the top of the mast about 5 metres (16 feet) below the surface at low tide. 

    Divers are able to access the superstructure of all decks. Highlights are the junior mess mural, the captain's cabin, the bridge, galley, mess decks and operations room. These areas have been left as intact as possible to create additional interest for divers, plus nooks and crannies for creatures. Please note that this can make the dive more challenging.

    It is recommended that all divers first do an orientation dive on the ex HMAS Canberra Wreck/Reef to become familiar with the complexities of the Wreck before venturing into any compartments, regardless of their level of skill or experience.

    J4 Sub:  The stern of the J4 Submarine almost merges into the surrounding reef.  During its scuttling the bow section broke off, exposing the forward torpedoes tubes and bow modifications. This makes the torpedo tubes easily accessible to scuba divers without penetration. The conning tower is intact and in excellent condition.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Call 0352581188 as the Tour is commencing soon

Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m

Medusa 2

  • 8:45 am - Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
    Queenscliff 0845 Portsea 0905
    Popes eye and Seals 0-12m

    Pope's Eye is a man made basalt rock annulus. It is the foundation of what was to be an Island Fort built in the 1880's. This horseshoe shaped artificial reef is now a Marine Reserve and the home of many species of fish, invertebrates and algae, including large fronds of macro cysts kelp. The inside of Pope's Eye provides a safe anchorage in 2 meters of water while outside, the rock wall extends to a depth of 12 metes. While the best time to dive Pope's Eye is on the start of the ebb tide, it provides almost all weather, all current diving. 

    After we have been to Pope's Eye we stop off at the chinamans hat to have a snorkel with the beautiful and fun Australian fur seals.

    Certification required: None

    Call 0352581188 as the Tour is commencing soon

Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
  • 11:45 am - The Grotto 12-24m
    S/F

    Queenscliff 1145 Portsea 1205
    The Grotto 12-24m

    The Grotto is a reef dive located on the top of Lonsdale wall system that can only be accessed by boat. It gets its name from the many small caves and overhangs that make up the structure. With average depth of 12m the site gradually increases to a maximum depth of 24m. 

    This dive site is teeming with marine life: nudibranchs, boar fish, blue devil fish, cray fish, curious leather jackets and on occasion Port Jackson sharks snoozing in groups under rock ledges making this site a photographers paradise!

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Call 0352581188 as the Tour is commencing soon

The Grotto 12-24m

Sat 30 Mar

Sea Dragon

  • 8:15 am - Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
    Queenscliff 0815 Portsea 0835
    Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m

    HMAS Canberra:  The ex HMAS Canberra dive site lies in approximately 28 metres (92 feet) of water, with the top of the mast about 5 metres (16 feet) below the surface at low tide. 

    Divers are able to access the superstructure of all decks. Highlights are the junior mess mural, the captain's cabin, the bridge, galley, mess decks and operations room. These areas have been left as intact as possible to create additional interest for divers, plus nooks and crannies for creatures. Please note that this can make the dive more challenging.

    It is recommended that all divers first do an orientation dive on the ex HMAS Canberra Wreck/Reef to become familiar with the complexities of the Wreck before venturing into any compartments, regardless of their level of skill or experience.

    J4 Sub:  The stern of the J4 Submarine almost merges into the surrounding reef.  During its scuttling the bow section broke off, exposing the forward torpedoes tubes and bow modifications. This makes the torpedo tubes easily accessible to scuba divers without penetration. The conning tower is intact and in excellent condition.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 2


Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
  • 12:15 pm - Easter Bommie 14-26m
    Queenscliff 1215 Portsea 1235
    Easter Bommie 14-26m

    A special treat just at the Northern end of the Lonsdale reef. No one really knows where the name originated, but everyone who has dived it knows it is a wonderful dive.

    With overhangs, aisles and ledges there is heaps of places for marine life to hide and for you to explore. The sandy bottom sourrounding the bommie gives you a max depth of 28m and the top lies in around 16-20m making it easy for all levels to have an enjoyable dive.

    At the base of the Bommie of around 27 meters with the sea bed covered in strange round rocks the size of cannonballs. You can follow the wall around to either the southeast or the southwest. Crayfish are abundant in the south east. Great dive lots of fish and lots of lovely soft corals and sponges.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 6


Easter Bommie 14-26m

Medusa 2

  • 8:15 am - Lonsdale Arches & Castle Rock (12-20m) Double Dive
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 0815 Portsea 0835
    Lonsdale Arches & Castle Rock (12-20m) Double Dive

    Join us on this fantastic double dive outside of Port Phillip Heads.  Two wonderful dive sites with a wide variety of creatures including Nudibranchs to Seastars, typically on the top. You'll find Yellow Zoanthids plus numerous fish life including Southern Blue Devil, Old Wives, Boarfish, Dusky Morwong, Sixspine Leatherjacket, Scalyfin, Zebrafish, Bluethroat Wrasse, Senator Wrasse and Sweep hiding under the ledges. You can sometimes spot Weedy Seadragons under and around the rock. There is even a slim chance of a Southern Rock Lobster (aka Crayfish) or two under ledges at the bottom, or in the nearby reef.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 12


Lonsdale Arches & Castle Rock (12-20m) Double Dive
Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m

Hermes

  • 7:00 am - Beverwijk (Wreck) 44-46m
    Queenscliff 0700 Portsea 0720
    Beverwijk (Wreck) 44-46m

    During the period 1913 to 1999 a total of 46 obsolete vessels have been systematically and purposely disposed of in the Victorian Ships' Graveyard. These vessels range in size from 50 tons to 3347 tons and include sailing ships, steam ships, dumb hopper barges, steam hopper barges, J-Class submarines, dredges, tugboats, a Paddle Steamer, and an RAN Attack Class Patrol Boat. Originally thought to be located in a single area, the Graveyard actually covers a 20-kilometre stretch of the Victorian coastline between Torquay and Port Phillip Heads with vessels dumped between 10 and 20 kilometers offshore.

    The Beverwijk was a steel hulled suction cutter dredge with a displacement of 319 tons. She now lies in 46m of water in the ships graveyard with her bow pointing toward Barwon Heads. She was scuttled on the 6th May 1963 in the ships graveyard.

    The suction pipe is still prominent on the bow section as is a lot of her pumping gear

    Certification required: 45m

    Available: 12


Beverwijk (Wreck) 44-46m
  • 12:15 pm - Captain Nitros Drop-off 16-60m
    Shipping Dependant

    Queenscliff 1215 Portsea 1235
    Captain Nitros Drop-off 16-60m

    The Drop-off is located on the western end of Spectacular Reef, and consists of a series of walls that plunge to over 60 meters in 5-10m increments. This makes it a great dive for all levels.

    Huge boulders the size of houses are scattered over the area, lying where the ancient Yarra River deposited them. Midwater, large fish can often be spotted as they make their way into the Bay and if you are lucky seals and dolphins are also occasional visitors.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 15


Captain Nitros Drop-off 16-60m

Sun 31 Mar

Sea Dragon

  • 7:00 am - Twin Bommies 12-18m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 0700 Portsea 0720
    Twin Bommies 12-18m

    Twin Bommies is exactly as its name would suggest, 2 large rock Bommies standing up off the 18 meter seabed just off Point Lonsdale outside of Port Phillip Bay. The Bommies have a large community of fish life and are covered in bright soft corals and sponges. A great dive with lots of photo opportunities, not to mention the odd crayfish or two.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 18


Twin Bommies 12-18m
  • 10:00 am - Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 1000 Portsea 1020
    Popes eye and Seals 0-12m

    Pope's Eye is a man made basalt rock annulus. It is the foundation of what was to be an Island Fort built in the 1880's. This horseshoe shaped artificial reef is now a Marine Reserve and the home of many species of fish, invertebrates and algae, including large fronds of macro cysts kelp. The inside of Pope's Eye provides a safe anchorage in 2 meters of water while outside, the rock wall extends to a depth of 12 metes. While the best time to dive Pope's Eye is on the start of the ebb tide, it provides almost all weather, all current diving. 

    After we have been to Pope's Eye we stop off at the chinamans hat to have a snorkel with the beautiful and fun Australian fur seals.

    Certification required: None

    Available: 1


Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
  • 1:00 pm - The Grotto 12-24m
    S/F

    Queenscliff 1300 Portsea 1320
    The Grotto 12-24m

    The Grotto is a reef dive located on the top of Lonsdale wall system that can only be accessed by boat. It gets its name from the many small caves and overhangs that make up the structure. With average depth of 12m the site gradually increases to a maximum depth of 24m. 

    This dive site is teeming with marine life: nudibranchs, boar fish, blue devil fish, cray fish, curious leather jackets and on occasion Port Jackson sharks snoozing in groups under rock ledges making this site a photographers paradise!

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 1


The Grotto 12-24m

Medusa 2

  • 8:30 am - Lonsdale Arches & Castle Rock (12-20m) Double Dive
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 0830 Portsea 0850
    Lonsdale Arches & Castle Rock (12-20m) Double Dive

    Join us on this fantastic double dive outside of Port Phillip Heads.  Two wonderful dive sites with a wide variety of creatures including Nudibranchs to Seastars, typically on the top. You'll find Yellow Zoanthids plus numerous fish life including Southern Blue Devil, Old Wives, Boarfish, Dusky Morwong, Sixspine Leatherjacket, Scalyfin, Zebrafish, Bluethroat Wrasse, Senator Wrasse and Sweep hiding under the ledges. You can sometimes spot Weedy Seadragons under and around the rock. There is even a slim chance of a Southern Rock Lobster (aka Crayfish) or two under ledges at the bottom, or in the nearby reef.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 10


Lonsdale Arches & Castle Rock (12-20m) Double Dive
Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m

Mon 1 Apr

Sea Dragon

  • 9:00 am - Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
    Queenscliff 0900 Portsea 0920
    Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m

    HMAS Canberra:  The ex HMAS Canberra dive site lies in approximately 28 metres (92 feet) of water, with the top of the mast about 5 metres (16 feet) below the surface at low tide. 

    Divers are able to access the superstructure of all decks. Highlights are the junior mess mural, the captain's cabin, the bridge, galley, mess decks and operations room. These areas have been left as intact as possible to create additional interest for divers, plus nooks and crannies for creatures. Please note that this can make the dive more challenging.

    It is recommended that all divers first do an orientation dive on the ex HMAS Canberra Wreck/Reef to become familiar with the complexities of the Wreck before venturing into any compartments, regardless of their level of skill or experience.

    J4 Sub:  The stern of the J4 Submarine almost merges into the surrounding reef.  During its scuttling the bow section broke off, exposing the forward torpedoes tubes and bow modifications. This makes the torpedo tubes easily accessible to scuba divers without penetration. The conning tower is intact and in excellent condition.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 10


Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
  • 1:15 pm - Devil's Dropoff 12-40m+
    S/F

    Queenscliff 1315 Portsea 1335
    Devil's Dropoff 12-40m+

    One of the all time favorite wall dives. The steps goes from around 12m to 30m with amazing marinelife as the site is within a Marine Park. If you are certified to go deeper the site slopes down to 55m+

    This dive site have a wide variety of marine life and vibrant colours. It is a good spot to see Port Jackson sharks, Banjo sharks and big rays so keep your eyes open.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 14


Devil's Dropoff 12-40m+

Medusa 2

  • 9:15 am - Castle Rock 12-20m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 0915 Portsea 0935
    Castle Rock 12-20m

    Castle Rock is located outside the Port Phillip Heads. This beautiful bommie rises out of the sandy bottom from around 20m to around 12m at the top. The location makes for a great dive for everyone as there is heaps of ledges and splits and the bommie makes is easy to navigate, lack currents and have a fixed depth on the bottom.

    The rock is around 200m in circumference, has many overhangs, walls and swimthroughs, and can be circled several times in a dive. 

    It is a wonderful fish dive, with a wide variety of creatures from sea dragons to Port Jackson sharks to be found on and around the Rock. There is even a slim chance of a cray or two under the overhangs at the bottom.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 7


Castle Rock 12-20m
  • 12:15 pm - Popes Eye 0-12m & The Grotto 12-24m
    Queenscliff 1215 Portsea 1235
    Popes Eye 0-12m & The Grotto 12-24m

    Join us for a double dive to two of our amazing Open Water Diver sites in Port Phillip Bay.  Roughly 4.5hrs capturing the marine life and history of Popes Eye, followed by The Grotto - an all time favourite of ours - a beautiful wall dive on the Lonsdale Wall.

    The Grotto is named after the many small caves and large overhangs that form this site. Located on top of the Lonsdale Wall system, this area is teeming with marine life and a photographers dream. This site gradually increases in depth to around 23 metres in a system of interesting rock formations, overhangs and swim throughs.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 15


Popes Eye 0-12m & The Grotto 12-24m

Sat 6 Apr

Sea Dragon

  • 7:15 am - Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m
    Queenscliff 0715 Portsea 0735
    Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m

    The ex-HMAS Canberra, a former warship which served the Australian Navy between 1981 and 2005, is the first artificial reef in Victoria created specifically for diving. The vessel was scuttled off Barwon Heads in October 2009 and now lies in 30 metres of water.

    Experience the thrill of diving in a shipwreck at the ex-HMAS Canberra. The dive site offers divers the opportunity to explore a large portion of the former Australian Navy ship. Swim over flight decks and through the bridge, engine rooms, galley and the accommodation quarters.

    The HMAS Canberra was the second of four FFG-7 Class Guided Missile Frigates built for the Royal Australian Navy by Todd Pacific Shipyards Corporation Seattle, Washington, USA. The HMAS Canberra was commissioned on 21 March 1981 and de-commissioned on 12 November 2005.

    The vessel hull is constructed of steel and the superstructure is aluminium alloy. It has an overall length of 138.1 metres and a beam of 13.7 metres. In service, the height from keel to top of the mast was approximately 39 metres. Parts of the ship, including the gas turbine engines, rudder, missile launcher, a section of the mast and propeller were removed by the Navy, prior to it being prepared for use as a dive site.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 13


Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m
  • 10:15 am - Easter Bommie 14-26m
    S/E

    Queenscliff 1015 Portsea 1035
    Easter Bommie 14-26m

    A special treat just at the Northern end of the Lonsdale reef. No one really knows where the name originated, but everyone who has dived it knows it is a wonderful dive.

    With overhangs, aisles and ledges there is heaps of places for marine life to hide and for you to explore. The sandy bottom sourrounding the bommie gives you a max depth of 28m and the top lies in around 16-20m making it easy for all levels to have an enjoyable dive.

    At the base of the Bommie of around 27 meters with the sea bed covered in strange round rocks the size of cannonballs. You can follow the wall around to either the southeast or the southwest. Crayfish are abundant in the south east. Great dive lots of fish and lots of lovely soft corals and sponges.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 5


Easter Bommie 14-26m
  • 1:15 pm - Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 1315 Portsea 1335
    Popes eye and Seals 0-12m

    Pope's Eye is a man made basalt rock annulus. It is the foundation of what was to be an Island Fort built in the 1880's. This horseshoe shaped artificial reef is now a Marine Reserve and the home of many species of fish, invertebrates and algae, including large fronds of macro cysts kelp. The inside of Pope's Eye provides a safe anchorage in 2 meters of water while outside, the rock wall extends to a depth of 12 metes. While the best time to dive Pope's Eye is on the start of the ebb tide, it provides almost all weather, all current diving. 

    After we have been to Pope's Eye we stop off at the chinamans hat to have a snorkel with the beautiful and fun Australian fur seals.

    Certification required: None

    Available: 8


Popes eye and Seals 0-12m

Medusa 2

  • 7:15 am - Dragons Lair 10-16m
    FLOOD

    Queenscliff 0715 Portsea 0735
    Dragons Lair 10-16m

    Just outside port Phillip Heads on the Point Lonsdale side is an area of scattered reef with depths ranging from 12 to 18 meters. The sea life in this is area is prolific with crayfish, Blue Devils, Weedy Sea Dragons, Seals, Abalone and much more. The Soft calcium that comprises most of the terrain in this area has eroded into lots of little swim throughs valleys and overhangs all topped off with alight scattering of kelp. This is a fantastic site for an avid fish spotter.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 19


Dragons Lair 10-16m
  • 10:15 am - Eliza Ramsden (Wreck) 18-22m
    S/E

    Queenscliff 1015 Portsea 1035
    Eliza Ramsden (Wreck) 18-22m

    One of the few shipwrecks that are available for all levels of certified divers. As she sits just on the edge of the shipping channel this dive is only rarely diveable and you should consider yourself lucky if you get the opportunity to dive here!

    Built in Glasgow Scotland in 1874 for Samuel Ramsden of Melbourne and named after his wife she cost 10,000 pounds. She was a three masted iron barque, length 151 ft beam 27 ft and a gross tonnage of 415 tons.

    The vessel sunk in 1875 on her first voyage out of Melbourne when she struck Corsair rock on her way to Newcastle. The Eliza was abandoned without loss of life, but floated free overnight and slowly drifted back into the bay and sank where she now lies. Unfortunately she rests right on the edge of the shipping channel and posed a danger to vessels using the channel. For many years her masts remained above sea level and so she wasn’t a real danger until her masts finally collapsed in the 1960 and then she needed to be demolished with explosives.

    The vessel now lies upright in 14 metres to the top of the bow and around 20 metres at the stern, which is quite badly broken up however the donkey boiler is still visible. She sits on the seabed facing east west with her bow to the west.

    As this dive site is subject to shipping an alternative dive site may be selected if shipping is present.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 18


Eliza Ramsden (Wreck) 18-22m
  • 1:15 pm - Scallop Drift 12m
    Queenscliff 1315 Portsea 1335
    Scallop Drift 12m

    Yessiree it's Scallop time! Maybe you're a wrapped in prosciutto, baked in the oven kind of diver? Heck, even garlic butter with soft herbs in a fry-pan!? Or are you, that "chuck 'em on the barbie and eat 'em while they're hot!" kind of person?

    However you like your Scallops, you NEED to experience the fun and excitement of catching them yourself! Within a maximum depth of 12m, the Scallop Beds are at super accessible depth for all levels of certified diver. Bring your catch-bag, fishing licence, and a will to succeed, to dive into a fun-filled day on the Bay, followed by an even better afternoon in the kitchen! 

     

    Minimum certification Open Water 18m. Divers must carry an SMB. Limit of 100 per person or as otherwise dictated by VFA.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Scallop Drift 12m

Hermes

Freediving session inside the bay

Sun 7 Apr

Sea Dragon

  • 8:15 am - Portsea Back Beach Wall 17-18m
    Flood

    Queenscliff 0815 Portsea 0835

    Just outside port Phillip Heads on the Point Nepean Side is an area of scattered reef with depths ranging from 17 to 18 meters. The sea life in this is area is prolific with crayfish, Blue Devils, Weedy sea Dragons, Seals, Abalone and much more. The Soft calcium that comprises most of the terrain in this area has eroded into lots of little swim through's, valleys and overhangs all topped off with alight scattering of kelp.

    This is a fantastic dive site for an avid fish photographer. This also near the area where Harold Hold disappeared so who knows what might be found here.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 17


Portsea Back Beach Wall 17-18m
  • 11:15 am - The Grotto 12-24m
    S/E

    Queenscliff 1115 Portsea 1135
    The Grotto 12-24m

    The Grotto is a reef dive located on the top of Lonsdale wall system that can only be accessed by boat. It gets its name from the many small caves and overhangs that make up the structure. With average depth of 12m the site gradually increases to a maximum depth of 24m. 

    This dive site is teeming with marine life: nudibranchs, boar fish, blue devil fish, cray fish, curious leather jackets and on occasion Port Jackson sharks snoozing in groups under rock ledges making this site a photographers paradise!

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


The Grotto 12-24m
  • 2:15 pm - Castle Rock 12-20m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 1415 Portsea 1435
    Castle Rock 12-20m

    Castle Rock is located outside the Port Phillip Heads. This beautiful bommie rises out of the sandy bottom from around 20m to around 12m at the top. The location makes for a great dive for everyone as there is heaps of ledges and splits and the bommie makes is easy to navigate, lack currents and have a fixed depth on the bottom.

    The rock is around 200m in circumference, has many overhangs, walls and swimthroughs, and can be circled several times in a dive. 

    It is a wonderful fish dive, with a wide variety of creatures from sea dragons to Port Jackson sharks to be found on and around the Rock. There is even a slim chance of a cray or two under the overhangs at the bottom.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 21


Castle Rock 12-20m

Medusa 2

  • 6:45 am - Coogee (Wreck) 28-35m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
    Queenscliff 0645 Portsea 0705
    Coogee (Wreck) 28-35m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m

    Coogee:  The Coogee shipwreck lies approximately 4 km (2.49 mi) offshore between Point Lonsdale and Barwon Heads with its bow pointed towards shore (facing north) on a flat limestone and sand seabed. The bow rests on the sand at 33 m (108 ft) and the stern is at 35 m (115 ft) depth. The bow and stern are the most complete structures of the wreck as most of the midships section is flattened or missing — most likely due to the use of explosives to scuttle the ship.

    J4 Sub:  

    The J4 Submarine (aka Shallow, 26 metre, 27 metre and 90 Foot Broken sub) is part of our very own piece of WWI maritime history, plus an exciting and awe-inspiring playground for divers and freedivers.

    The wreck of the J4 Submarine is located in the Victorian Ships' Graveyard, Bass Strait. It lies on its keel running North-South with its bow pointing out to sea on a rocky seabed.

    Certification required: Deep 39m

    Available: 17


Coogee (Wreck) 28-35m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
  • 11:15 am - Boarfish Reef 8-22m + Pope's Eye 0-12m
    S/E

    Queenscliff 1115 Portsea 1135
    Boarfish Reef 8-22m + Pope's Eye 0-12m

    Boarfish reef boasts all the colours of the rainbow. The reef, which lies approximately halfway between Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale starts in approx. 10m of water and drops off to 22m in a system of caves drop-offs and overhangs. The reef provides a multitude of colour, plant and animal life. There are the spectacular Blue Devil fish, crayfish and of course Boarfish.

    Near the southern end of the reef, lies a large 4m Admiralty anchor encrusted with marine growth. On the northern tip of the reef a large sponge garden extends for approx 400m

    Pope's Eye is a man made basalt rock annulus. It is the foundation of what was to be an Island Fort built in the 1880's. This horseshoe shaped artificial reef is now a Marine Reserve and the home of many species of fish, invertebrates and algae, including large fronds of macro cysts kelp. The inside of Pope's Eye provides a safe anchorage in 2 meters of water while outside, the rock wall extends to a depth of 12 metes. While the best time to dive Pope's Eye is on the start of the ebb tide, it provides almost all weather, all current diving.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 13


Boarfish Reef 8-22m + Pope's Eye 0-12m

Hermes

Ripbank 16-60m & J4 (26m)

Thu 11 Apr

Medusa 2

  • 9:45 am - Paradise Wall 10-30 m
    S/F

    Queenscliff 0945 Portsea 1005
    Paradise Wall 10-30 m

    Paradise Wall is located on the Lonsdale side of Port Phillip Heads and is a great dive site on Lonsdale Wall. It's the shallowest part of the wall with the drop-off starting in 10 or 12 metres of water. This makes the site a great beginning site for the less advanced diver as there are numerous overhangs to explore at relatively shallow depths. Each overhang supports a plethora of marine life for the diver to observe.

    While Paradise Wall starts with a couple of steps at shallow depths, it then drops away steeply into the depths. It's a magnificent spot with some fantastic caves down deeper. This has to be one of the best spots on the wall. An absolutely top-notch dive on territory no deeper than 30 metres. The fish life is always very good with large numbers of Southern Blue Devil about.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Paradise Wall 10-30 m
  • 12:45 pm - Dragons Lair 10-16m
    Flood

    Queenscliff 1245 Portsea 1305
    Dragons Lair 10-16m

    Just outside port Phillip Heads on the Point Lonsdale side is an area of scattered reef with depths ranging from 12 to 18 meters. The sea life in this is area is prolific with crayfish, Blue Devils, Weedy Sea Dragons, Seals, Abalone and much more. The Soft calcium that comprises most of the terrain in this area has eroded into lots of little swim throughs valleys and overhangs all topped off with alight scattering of kelp. This is a fantastic site for an avid fish spotter.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Dragons Lair 10-16m

Fri 12 Apr

Medusa 2

  • 7:30 am - Twin Bommies 12-18m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 0730 Portsea 0750
    Twin Bommies 12-18m

    Twin Bommies is exactly as its name would suggest, 2 large rock Bommies standing up off the 18 meter seabed just off Point Lonsdale outside of Port Phillip Bay. The Bommies have a large community of fish life and are covered in bright soft corals and sponges. A great dive with lots of photo opportunities, not to mention the odd crayfish or two.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Twin Bommies 12-18m
  • 10:30 am - Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m
    Queenscliff 1030 Portsea 1050
    Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m

    Join us for the crustaceans adventure! Slack water dive and a drift!

    Not into the catch?  No problem!  These sites are suitable for divers wanting to explore the beautiful lonsdale wall and drift down the bay.  There's something or everyone on this tour!

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 17


Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m

Sat 13 Apr

Sea Dragon

  • 8:15 am - Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 0815 Portsea 0835
    Popes eye and Seals 0-12m

    Pope's Eye is a man made basalt rock annulus. It is the foundation of what was to be an Island Fort built in the 1880's. This horseshoe shaped artificial reef is now a Marine Reserve and the home of many species of fish, invertebrates and algae, including large fronds of macro cysts kelp. The inside of Pope's Eye provides a safe anchorage in 2 meters of water while outside, the rock wall extends to a depth of 12 metes. While the best time to dive Pope's Eye is on the start of the ebb tide, it provides almost all weather, all current diving. 

    After we have been to Pope's Eye we stop off at the chinamans hat to have a snorkel with the beautiful and fun Australian fur seals.

    Certification required: None

    Available: 6


Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
  • 11:15 am - Portsea Hole 12-33m
    Queenscliff 1115 Portsea 1135

    Fully booked
    Portsea Hole 12-33m

    Portsea Hole is about 500m from the Portsea Pier and is a remnant of the old Yarra River. The top of the hole is 12m and to the north there is a vertical wall approximately 75m long which drops to sand at 27m, then into a sand bowl which bottoms at 33m. The wall comprises small overhangs which are home to a vast array of invertebrate life and fish, in particular the beautiful Blue Devil fish. On the top of the hole there are several rock Bommies which host hundreds of fish of many species. Portsea Hole is one of Victoria's premier dive sites.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Fully booked

Portsea Hole 12-33m
  • 2:15 pm - Scallop Drift 12m
    Queenscliff 1415 Portsea 1435
    Scallop Drift 12m

    Yessiree it's Scallop time! Maybe you're a wrapped in prosciutto, baked in the oven kind of diver? Heck, even garlic butter with soft herbs in a fry-pan!? Or are you, that "chuck 'em on the barbie and eat 'em while they're hot!" kind of person?

    However you like your Scallops, you NEED to experience the fun and excitement of catching them yourself! Within a maximum depth of 12m, the Scallop Beds are at super accessible depth for all levels of certified diver. Bring your catch-bag, fishing licence, and a will to succeed, to dive into a fun-filled day on the Bay, followed by an even better afternoon in the kitchen! 

     

    Minimum certification Open Water 18m. Divers must carry an SMB. Limit of 100 per person or as otherwise dictated by VFA.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 15


Scallop Drift 12m

Medusa 2

  • 7:00 am - Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
    Queenscliff 0700 Portsea 0720
    Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m

    HMAS Canberra:  The ex HMAS Canberra dive site lies in approximately 28 metres (92 feet) of water, with the top of the mast about 5 metres (16 feet) below the surface at low tide. 

    Divers are able to access the superstructure of all decks. Highlights are the junior mess mural, the captain's cabin, the bridge, galley, mess decks and operations room. These areas have been left as intact as possible to create additional interest for divers, plus nooks and crannies for creatures. Please note that this can make the dive more challenging.

    It is recommended that all divers first do an orientation dive on the ex HMAS Canberra Wreck/Reef to become familiar with the complexities of the Wreck before venturing into any compartments, regardless of their level of skill or experience.

    J4 Sub:  The stern of the J4 Submarine almost merges into the surrounding reef.  During its scuttling the bow section broke off, exposing the forward torpedoes tubes and bow modifications. This makes the torpedo tubes easily accessible to scuba divers without penetration. The conning tower is intact and in excellent condition.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 2


Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
  • 11:15 am - Captain Nitros Drop-off 16-60m
    S/F

    Queenscliff 1115 Portsea 1135
    Captain Nitros Drop-off 16-60m

    The Drop-off is located on the western end of Spectacular Reef, and consists of a series of walls that plunge to over 60 meters in 5-10m increments. This makes it a great dive for all levels.

    Huge boulders the size of houses are scattered over the area, lying where the ancient Yarra River deposited them. Midwater, large fish can often be spotted as they make their way into the Bay and if you are lucky seals and dolphins are also occasional visitors.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 15


Captain Nitros Drop-off 16-60m

Sun 14 Apr

Sea Dragon

  • 9:00 am - Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 0900 Portsea 0920
    Popes eye and Seals 0-12m

    Pope's Eye is a man made basalt rock annulus. It is the foundation of what was to be an Island Fort built in the 1880's. This horseshoe shaped artificial reef is now a Marine Reserve and the home of many species of fish, invertebrates and algae, including large fronds of macro cysts kelp. The inside of Pope's Eye provides a safe anchorage in 2 meters of water while outside, the rock wall extends to a depth of 12 metes. While the best time to dive Pope's Eye is on the start of the ebb tide, it provides almost all weather, all current diving. 

    After we have been to Pope's Eye we stop off at the chinamans hat to have a snorkel with the beautiful and fun Australian fur seals.

    Certification required: None

    Available: 3


Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
  • 12:00 pm - Boarfish Reef 8-22m
    Queenscliff 1200 Portsea 1220

    Fully booked
    Boarfish Reef 8-22m

    Boarfish reef boasts all the colours of the rainbow. The reef, which lies approximately halfway between Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale starts in approx. 10m of water and drops off to 22m in a system of caves drop-offs and overhangs. The reef provides a multitude of colour, plant and animal life. There are the spectacular Blue Devil fish, crayfish and of course Boarfish.

    Near the southern end of the reef, lies a large 4m Admiralty anchor encrusted with marine growth. On the northern tip of the reef a large sponge garden extends for approx 400m

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Fully booked

Boarfish Reef 8-22m

Medusa 2

  • 7:00 am - Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
    Queenscliff 0700 Portsea 0720
    Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m

    HMAS Canberra:  The ex HMAS Canberra dive site lies in approximately 28 metres (92 feet) of water, with the top of the mast about 5 metres (16 feet) below the surface at low tide. 

    Divers are able to access the superstructure of all decks. Highlights are the junior mess mural, the captain's cabin, the bridge, galley, mess decks and operations room. These areas have been left as intact as possible to create additional interest for divers, plus nooks and crannies for creatures. Please note that this can make the dive more challenging.

    It is recommended that all divers first do an orientation dive on the ex HMAS Canberra Wreck/Reef to become familiar with the complexities of the Wreck before venturing into any compartments, regardless of their level of skill or experience.

    J4 Sub:  The stern of the J4 Submarine almost merges into the surrounding reef.  During its scuttling the bow section broke off, exposing the forward torpedoes tubes and bow modifications. This makes the torpedo tubes easily accessible to scuba divers without penetration. The conning tower is intact and in excellent condition.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 15


Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
  • 12:00 pm - Devil's Dropoff 12-40m+
    S/F

    Queenscliff 1200 Portsea 1220
    Devil's Dropoff 12-40m+

    One of the all time favorite wall dives. The steps goes from around 12m to 30m with amazing marinelife as the site is within a Marine Park. If you are certified to go deeper the site slopes down to 55m+

    This dive site have a wide variety of marine life and vibrant colours. It is a good spot to see Port Jackson sharks, Banjo sharks and big rays so keep your eyes open.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Devil's Dropoff 12-40m+

Hermes

  • 7:30 am - Lonsdale Arches & Castle Rock (12-20m) Double Dive
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 0730 Portsea 0750
    Lonsdale Arches & Castle Rock (12-20m) Double Dive

    Join us on this fantastic double dive outside of Port Phillip Heads.  Two wonderful dive sites with a wide variety of creatures including Nudibranchs to Seastars, typically on the top. You'll find Yellow Zoanthids plus numerous fish life including Southern Blue Devil, Old Wives, Boarfish, Dusky Morwong, Sixspine Leatherjacket, Scalyfin, Zebrafish, Bluethroat Wrasse, Senator Wrasse and Sweep hiding under the ledges. You can sometimes spot Weedy Seadragons under and around the rock. There is even a slim chance of a Southern Rock Lobster (aka Crayfish) or two under ledges at the bottom, or in the nearby reef.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 13


Lonsdale Arches & Castle Rock (12-20m) Double Dive
4 Hour Freediving tour in the bay

Thu 18 Apr

Medusa 2

  • 7:45 am - The Zoo 12-22m
    S/E

    Queenscliff 0745 Portsea 0805

    Zoo Reef is a dive site made popular by our own Geoff Rodda when he used to work as a dive charter boat captain. It's located near Boarfish Reef and The Grotto. The area is now most noted for being in the Sponge Gardens, with all the relevant draw cards for photographers, fish spotters and Crayfish hunters. The currents can run fast and strong, providing fresh nutrients for the marine life and because of this the area should be dived at slack water.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


The Zoo 12-22m
  • 10:45 am - Portsea Back Beach Wall 17-18m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 1045 Portsea 1105

    Just outside port Phillip Heads on the Point Nepean Side is an area of scattered reef with depths ranging from 17 to 18 meters. The sea life in this is area is prolific with crayfish, Blue Devils, Weedy sea Dragons, Seals, Abalone and much more. The Soft calcium that comprises most of the terrain in this area has eroded into lots of little swim through's, valleys and overhangs all topped off with alight scattering of kelp.

    This is a fantastic dive site for an avid fish photographer. This also near the area where Harold Hold disappeared so who knows what might be found here.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Portsea Back Beach Wall 17-18m

Fri 19 Apr

Medusa 2

  • 8:45 am - Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m
    Queenscliff 0845 Portsea 0905
    Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m

    Join us for the crustaceans adventure! Slack water dive and a drift!

    Not into the catch?  No problem!  These sites are suitable for divers wanting to explore the beautiful lonsdale wall and drift down the bay.  There's something or everyone on this tour!

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m
  • 1:00 pm - Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 1300 Portsea 1320
    Popes eye and Seals 0-12m

    Pope's Eye is a man made basalt rock annulus. It is the foundation of what was to be an Island Fort built in the 1880's. This horseshoe shaped artificial reef is now a Marine Reserve and the home of many species of fish, invertebrates and algae, including large fronds of macro cysts kelp. The inside of Pope's Eye provides a safe anchorage in 2 meters of water while outside, the rock wall extends to a depth of 12 metes. While the best time to dive Pope's Eye is on the start of the ebb tide, it provides almost all weather, all current diving. 

    After we have been to Pope's Eye we stop off at the chinamans hat to have a snorkel with the beautiful and fun Australian fur seals.

    Certification required: None

    Available: 20


Popes eye and Seals 0-12m

Sat 20 Apr

Sea Dragon

  • 7:00 am - 18m Reef 12-18m
    Queenscliff 0700 Portsea 0720
    18m Reef 12-18m

    Just outside port Phillip Heads On the Point Lonsdale Side is an area of scattered reef with depths ranging from 12 to 18 meters. The sea life in this is area is prolific with crayfish, Blue Devils, Weedy Sea Dragons, Seals, Abalone and much more.

    The Soft calcium that comprises most of the terrain in this area has
    eroded into lots of little swim through's, valleys and overhangs all topped off with alight scattering of kelp.

    This is a fantastic site for the avid fish spotter.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


18m Reef 12-18m
  • 10:00 am - Kelp Beds Reef 8-23m
    Queenscliff 1000 Portsea 1020
    Kelp Beds Reef 8-23m

    Approx. midway between Point Lonsdale and Queenscliff is an area which is marked on Admiralty charts as the Kelp Beds. Here, large stalks of kelp used to extend up from a bottom of 15m to the surface where the fronds spread out to seemingly blanket areas of 50sq metres or more.

    The currents run fast and strong, providing the nutrients for the kelp growth and because of this the area should be dived at slack water

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 24


Kelp Beds Reef 8-23m
  • 1:00 pm - Popes eye and Seals 0-12m
    Queenscliff 1300 Portsea 1320
    Popes eye and Seals 0-12m

    Pope's Eye is a man made basalt rock annulus. It is the foundation of what was to be an Island Fort built in the 1880's. This horseshoe shaped artificial reef is now a Marine Reserve and the home of many species of fish, invertebrates and algae, including large fronds of macro cysts kelp. The inside of Pope's Eye provides a safe anchorage in 2 meters of water while outside, the rock wall extends to a depth of 12 metes. While the best time to dive Pope's Eye is on the start of the ebb tide, it provides almost all weather, all current diving. 

    After we have been to Pope's Eye we stop off at the chinamans hat to have a snorkel with the beautiful and fun Australian fur seals.

    Certification required: None

    Available: 20


Popes eye and Seals 0-12m

Medusa 2

  • 7:00 am - Scallop Drift 12m
    Queenscliff 0700 Portsea 0720
    Scallop Drift 12m

    Yessiree it's Scallop time! Maybe you're a wrapped in prosciutto, baked in the oven kind of diver? Heck, even garlic butter with soft herbs in a fry-pan!? Or are you, that "chuck 'em on the barbie and eat 'em while they're hot!" kind of person?

    However you like your Scallops, you NEED to experience the fun and excitement of catching them yourself! Within a maximum depth of 12m, the Scallop Beds are at super accessible depth for all levels of certified diver. Bring your catch-bag, fishing licence, and a will to succeed, to dive into a fun-filled day on the Bay, followed by an even better afternoon in the kitchen! 

     

    Minimum certification Open Water 18m. Divers must carry an SMB. Limit of 100 per person or as otherwise dictated by VFA.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Scallop Drift 12m
  • 10:00 am - Artificial Reef Structure - Port Phillip Bay (28m)
    S/E

    Queenscliff 1000 Portsea 1020
    Artificial Reef Structure - Port Phillip Bay (28m)

    An interesting new spot in Port Phillip Bay!  This Artificial Reef Structures deployed on the seabed will make for an adventurous dive.  A dive that will bring new things to see with each descent!  This dive is a must for those who are keen for something different and for those interested in marine science and conservation!  Share your photos with us so that we can track the progress of this amazing location!

    A bit more about the site........

    The Port Phillip Heads ‘Rip’ area located between Point Lonsdale and Point Nepean is a hotspot to target yellowtail kingfish, a prized recreational sportfish. As such, condensed boat traffic presents a level of compromised safety to ships and recreational vessels particularly when recreational vessels typically fish within the only shipping channel used to access ports within Port Phillip.

    The Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) has deployed a total of 16 artificial reef modules within four clusters at a depth of around 28 metres. Reef modules are durable, multi-dimensional, made from environmentally friendly cement and have a large surface area for colonisation of marine plants and animals. The artificial reef modules are a proven and stable design to attract yellowtail kingfish and improve marine life.

    To increase fishing opportunities for recreational anglers and to provide an alternative safer location away from dangerous shipping channels, the VFA has deployed the artificial reef structures approximately 800 m north-north east of Observatory Point within Port Phillip, 2.3 km east-north east of Point Nepean and 3.8 km north west of Portsea.

    The VFA worked closely with the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) to seek all relevant approvals and assessments for the kingfish reef. Marine and Coastal Act consent to deploy the reefs was granted by DELWP. DELWP also conducted its own independent risk assessment.

    The location of the kingfish reef was selected in consultation with DELWP and the Harbour Master of Port Phillip Bay. The Port of Melbourne and Victorian Ports Corporation were also consulted and are supportive of the location selected.

    https://vfa.vic.gov.au/recreational-fishing/featured/old/kingfish-reefs-in-port-phillip

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 14


Artificial Reef Structure - Port Phillip Bay (28m)
  • 1:00 pm - Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m
    Queenscliff 1300 Portsea 1320
    Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m

    The ex-HMAS Canberra, a former warship which served the Australian Navy between 1981 and 2005, is the first artificial reef in Victoria created specifically for diving. The vessel was scuttled off Barwon Heads in October 2009 and now lies in 30 metres of water.

    Experience the thrill of diving in a shipwreck at the ex-HMAS Canberra. The dive site offers divers the opportunity to explore a large portion of the former Australian Navy ship. Swim over flight decks and through the bridge, engine rooms, galley and the accommodation quarters.

    The HMAS Canberra was the second of four FFG-7 Class Guided Missile Frigates built for the Royal Australian Navy by Todd Pacific Shipyards Corporation Seattle, Washington, USA. The HMAS Canberra was commissioned on 21 March 1981 and de-commissioned on 12 November 2005.

    The vessel hull is constructed of steel and the superstructure is aluminium alloy. It has an overall length of 138.1 metres and a beam of 13.7 metres. In service, the height from keel to top of the mast was approximately 39 metres. Parts of the ship, including the gas turbine engines, rudder, missile launcher, a section of the mast and propeller were removed by the Navy, prior to it being prepared for use as a dive site.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 7


Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m

Hermes

Freediving session inside the bay

Sun 21 Apr

Sea Dragon

  • 7:15 am - Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
    Queenscliff 0715 Portsea 0735
    Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m

    HMAS Canberra:  The ex HMAS Canberra dive site lies in approximately 28 metres (92 feet) of water, with the top of the mast about 5 metres (16 feet) below the surface at low tide. 

    Divers are able to access the superstructure of all decks. Highlights are the junior mess mural, the captain's cabin, the bridge, galley, mess decks and operations room. These areas have been left as intact as possible to create additional interest for divers, plus nooks and crannies for creatures. Please note that this can make the dive more challenging.

    It is recommended that all divers first do an orientation dive on the ex HMAS Canberra Wreck/Reef to become familiar with the complexities of the Wreck before venturing into any compartments, regardless of their level of skill or experience.

    J4 Sub:  The stern of the J4 Submarine almost merges into the surrounding reef.  During its scuttling the bow section broke off, exposing the forward torpedoes tubes and bow modifications. This makes the torpedo tubes easily accessible to scuba divers without penetration. The conning tower is intact and in excellent condition.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 14


Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m, J4 Sub (Wreck) 26m
  • 11:30 am - Ripbank 16-60m
    S/E

    Queenscliff 1130 Portsea 1150
    Ripbank 16-60m

    A fantastic underwater cliff just outside Port Phillip heads. The currents through here dictate this dive only be conducted on a slack water at the end of the ingoing or flood tide and even then only when conditions are calm outside the bay. The passage of the current here runs along the wall and can be extremely fast. There are a lot of crayfish to be caught along the top of the wall. The wall itself is very steep with large overhangs and beautiful colours.

     

     

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 14


Ripbank 16-60m

Medusa 2

  • 8:45 am - Portsea Back Beach Wall 17-18m
    FLOOD

    Queenscliff 0845 Portsea 0905

    Just outside port Phillip Heads on the Point Nepean Side is an area of scattered reef with depths ranging from 17 to 18 meters. The sea life in this is area is prolific with crayfish, Blue Devils, Weedy sea Dragons, Seals, Abalone and much more. The Soft calcium that comprises most of the terrain in this area has eroded into lots of little swim through's, valleys and overhangs all topped off with alight scattering of kelp.

    This is a fantastic dive site for an avid fish photographer. This also near the area where Harold Hold disappeared so who knows what might be found here.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 12


Portsea Back Beach Wall 17-18m
  • 11:45 am - Boarfish Reef 8-22m
    S/E

    Queenscliff 1145 Portsea 1205
    Boarfish Reef 8-22m

    Boarfish reef boasts all the colours of the rainbow. The reef, which lies approximately halfway between Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale starts in approx. 10m of water and drops off to 22m in a system of caves drop-offs and overhangs. The reef provides a multitude of colour, plant and animal life. There are the spectacular Blue Devil fish, crayfish and of course Boarfish.

    Near the southern end of the reef, lies a large 4m Admiralty anchor encrusted with marine growth. On the northern tip of the reef a large sponge garden extends for approx 400m

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 4


Boarfish Reef 8-22m

Hermes

Freediving Drift & Seals (Max 2.5hr)

Thu 25 Apr

Sea Dragon

  • 9:00 am - Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m
    Queenscliff 0900 Portsea 0920
    Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m

    Join us for the crustaceans adventure! Slack water dive and a drift!

    Not into the catch?  No problem!  These sites are suitable for divers wanting to explore the beautiful lonsdale wall and drift down the bay.  There's something or everyone on this tour!

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 24


Cray Dive & Scallop Drift (double dive) 8-28m
Sth Channel Fort and Seals 0-12m

Medusa 2

  • 9:00 am - Scubabo Cliffs 10-40m
    S/F

    Queenscliff 0900 Portsea 0920
    Scubabo Cliffs 10-40m

    In a land before time, Scubabo Cliffs was know as one of the most accessible points to access the beauty of the Lonsdale Wall. With an accessible entry depth for all certified divers to explore the glorious sponges and corals, immersed in epic fish life; we found were amazed to learn the ancient site shares the same name as our business…?


    A photographers dream, and a recreational divers paradise. 

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 18


Scubabo Cliffs 10-40m
  • 12:00 pm - Dragons Lair 10-16m
    FLOOD

    Queenscliff 1200 Portsea 1220
    Dragons Lair 10-16m

    Just outside port Phillip Heads on the Point Lonsdale side is an area of scattered reef with depths ranging from 12 to 18 meters. The sea life in this is area is prolific with crayfish, Blue Devils, Weedy Sea Dragons, Seals, Abalone and much more. The Soft calcium that comprises most of the terrain in this area has eroded into lots of little swim throughs valleys and overhangs all topped off with alight scattering of kelp. This is a fantastic site for an avid fish spotter.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 18


Dragons Lair 10-16m

Fri 26 Apr

Medusa 2

  • 9:00 am - Devil's Dropoff 12-40m+
    S/F

    Queenscliff 0900 Portsea 0920
    Devil's Dropoff 12-40m+

    One of the all time favorite wall dives. The steps goes from around 12m to 30m with amazing marinelife as the site is within a Marine Park. If you are certified to go deeper the site slopes down to 55m+

    This dive site have a wide variety of marine life and vibrant colours. It is a good spot to see Port Jackson sharks, Banjo sharks and big rays so keep your eyes open.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Devil's Dropoff 12-40m+
  • 12:00 pm - Scallop Drift 12m
    Queenscliff 1200 Portsea 1220
    Scallop Drift 12m

    Yessiree it's Scallop time! Maybe you're a wrapped in prosciutto, baked in the oven kind of diver? Heck, even garlic butter with soft herbs in a fry-pan!? Or are you, that "chuck 'em on the barbie and eat 'em while they're hot!" kind of person?

    However you like your Scallops, you NEED to experience the fun and excitement of catching them yourself! Within a maximum depth of 12m, the Scallop Beds are at super accessible depth for all levels of certified diver. Bring your catch-bag, fishing licence, and a will to succeed, to dive into a fun-filled day on the Bay, followed by an even better afternoon in the kitchen! 

     

    Minimum certification Open Water 18m. Divers must carry an SMB. Limit of 100 per person or as otherwise dictated by VFA.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Scallop Drift 12m

Sat 27 Apr

Sea Dragon

  • 7:15 am - J4 Submarine (Wreck) 26m
    Queenscliff 0715 Portsea 0735
    J4 Submarine (Wreck) 26m

    Scuttled in the 1920s, this submarine was rediscovered by divers in 1982. The Melbourne Bottom Scratcher's Dive Club has placed a plaque at the conning tower base commemorating their find.

    Known as the 26m, 27m and 90 foot sub, the wreck lies with its bow pointing out to sea. During its scuttling
    the bow section broke off, exposing the forward torpedoes tubes and bow modifications.

    Depths of up to 30m can be gained around and under the broken bow section.
    As with the other Subs, the 26m sub is host to a variety of plant and animal life.

    Good conditions for photography are often found near the conning tower, which is usually surrounded by many fish.

    For the experienced diver, with the proper certificationn, penetration of the wreck is possible via several large openings in the hull. Such penetration should not be taken lightly, as being shallower than the other subs, this wreck is particularly susceptible to surge. Unwary divers can be literally sucked in and catapulted through the wrecks interior.
    However, the surge prevents any silting, and under suitable conditions this makes for one of Melbourne top dives.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 21


J4 Submarine (Wreck) 26m
  • 10:15 am - Scubabo Cliffs 10-40m
    S/F

    Queenscliff 1015 Portsea 1035
    Scubabo Cliffs 10-40m

    In a land before time, Scubabo Cliffs was know as one of the most accessible points to access the beauty of the Lonsdale Wall. With an accessible entry depth for all certified divers to explore the glorious sponges and corals, immersed in epic fish life; we found were amazed to learn the ancient site shares the same name as our business…?


    A photographers dream, and a recreational divers paradise. 

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 24


Scubabo Cliffs 10-40m
  • 1:15 pm - Dragons Lair 10-16m
    FLOOD

    Queenscliff 1315 Portsea 1335
    Dragons Lair 10-16m

    Just outside port Phillip Heads on the Point Lonsdale side is an area of scattered reef with depths ranging from 12 to 18 meters. The sea life in this is area is prolific with crayfish, Blue Devils, Weedy Sea Dragons, Seals, Abalone and much more. The Soft calcium that comprises most of the terrain in this area has eroded into lots of little swim throughs valleys and overhangs all topped off with alight scattering of kelp. This is a fantastic site for an avid fish spotter.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 21


Dragons Lair 10-16m

Medusa 2

  • 7:15 am - Castle Rock 12-20m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 0715 Portsea 0735
    Castle Rock 12-20m

    Castle Rock is located outside the Port Phillip Heads. This beautiful bommie rises out of the sandy bottom from around 20m to around 12m at the top. The location makes for a great dive for everyone as there is heaps of ledges and splits and the bommie makes is easy to navigate, lack currents and have a fixed depth on the bottom.

    The rock is around 200m in circumference, has many overhangs, walls and swimthroughs, and can be circled several times in a dive. 

    It is a wonderful fish dive, with a wide variety of creatures from sea dragons to Port Jackson sharks to be found on and around the Rock. There is even a slim chance of a cray or two under the overhangs at the bottom.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 12


Castle Rock 12-20m
  • 10:15 am - The Grotto 12-24m
    S/F

    Queenscliff 1015 Portsea 1035
    The Grotto 12-24m

    The Grotto is a reef dive located on the top of Lonsdale wall system that can only be accessed by boat. It gets its name from the many small caves and overhangs that make up the structure. With average depth of 12m the site gradually increases to a maximum depth of 24m. 

    This dive site is teeming with marine life: nudibranchs, boar fish, blue devil fish, cray fish, curious leather jackets and on occasion Port Jackson sharks snoozing in groups under rock ledges making this site a photographers paradise!

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 12


The Grotto 12-24m
  • 1:15 pm - Scallop Drift 12m
    Queenscliff 1315 Portsea 1335
    Scallop Drift 12m

    Yessiree it's Scallop time! Maybe you're a wrapped in prosciutto, baked in the oven kind of diver? Heck, even garlic butter with soft herbs in a fry-pan!? Or are you, that "chuck 'em on the barbie and eat 'em while they're hot!" kind of person?

    However you like your Scallops, you NEED to experience the fun and excitement of catching them yourself! Within a maximum depth of 12m, the Scallop Beds are at super accessible depth for all levels of certified diver. Bring your catch-bag, fishing licence, and a will to succeed, to dive into a fun-filled day on the Bay, followed by an even better afternoon in the kitchen! 

     

    Minimum certification Open Water 18m. Divers must carry an SMB. Limit of 100 per person or as otherwise dictated by VFA.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Scallop Drift 12m

Sun 28 Apr

Sea Dragon

Lonsdale Bommies (12-20m) & The Zoo (12-22m)
  • 1:30 pm - Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m
    Queenscliff 1330 Portsea 1350
    Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m

    The ex-HMAS Canberra, a former warship which served the Australian Navy between 1981 and 2005, is the first artificial reef in Victoria created specifically for diving. The vessel was scuttled off Barwon Heads in October 2009 and now lies in 30 metres of water.

    Experience the thrill of diving in a shipwreck at the ex-HMAS Canberra. The dive site offers divers the opportunity to explore a large portion of the former Australian Navy ship. Swim over flight decks and through the bridge, engine rooms, galley and the accommodation quarters.

    The HMAS Canberra was the second of four FFG-7 Class Guided Missile Frigates built for the Royal Australian Navy by Todd Pacific Shipyards Corporation Seattle, Washington, USA. The HMAS Canberra was commissioned on 21 March 1981 and de-commissioned on 12 November 2005.

    The vessel hull is constructed of steel and the superstructure is aluminium alloy. It has an overall length of 138.1 metres and a beam of 13.7 metres. In service, the height from keel to top of the mast was approximately 39 metres. Parts of the ship, including the gas turbine engines, rudder, missile launcher, a section of the mast and propeller were removed by the Navy, prior to it being prepared for use as a dive site.

    Certification required: Advanced 30m

    Available: 3


Ex HMAS Canberra (Wreck) 18-30m

Medusa 2

  • 7:45 am - Twin Bommies 12-18m
    Ebb

    Queenscliff 0745 Portsea 0805
    Twin Bommies 12-18m

    Twin Bommies is exactly as its name would suggest, 2 large rock Bommies standing up off the 18 meter seabed just off Point Lonsdale outside of Port Phillip Bay. The Bommies have a large community of fish life and are covered in bright soft corals and sponges. A great dive with lots of photo opportunities, not to mention the odd crayfish or two.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Twin Bommies 12-18m
  • 10:45 am - Paradise Wall 10-30 m
    S/F

    Queenscliff 1045 Portsea 1105
    Paradise Wall 10-30 m

    Paradise Wall is located on the Lonsdale side of Port Phillip Heads and is a great dive site on Lonsdale Wall. It's the shallowest part of the wall with the drop-off starting in 10 or 12 metres of water. This makes the site a great beginning site for the less advanced diver as there are numerous overhangs to explore at relatively shallow depths. Each overhang supports a plethora of marine life for the diver to observe.

    While Paradise Wall starts with a couple of steps at shallow depths, it then drops away steeply into the depths. It's a magnificent spot with some fantastic caves down deeper. This has to be one of the best spots on the wall. An absolutely top-notch dive on territory no deeper than 30 metres. The fish life is always very good with large numbers of Southern Blue Devil about.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 2


Paradise Wall 10-30 m
  • 1:45 pm - Portsea Back Beach Wall 17-18m
    FLOOD

    Queenscliff 1345 Portsea 1405

    Just outside port Phillip Heads on the Point Nepean Side is an area of scattered reef with depths ranging from 17 to 18 meters. The sea life in this is area is prolific with crayfish, Blue Devils, Weedy sea Dragons, Seals, Abalone and much more. The Soft calcium that comprises most of the terrain in this area has eroded into lots of little swim through's, valleys and overhangs all topped off with alight scattering of kelp.

    This is a fantastic dive site for an avid fish photographer. This also near the area where Harold Hold disappeared so who knows what might be found here.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Portsea Back Beach Wall 17-18m

Hermes

  • 8:45 am - Scallop Drift 12m
    Queenscliff 0845 Portsea 0905
    Scallop Drift 12m

    Yessiree it's Scallop time! Maybe you're a wrapped in prosciutto, baked in the oven kind of diver? Heck, even garlic butter with soft herbs in a fry-pan!? Or are you, that "chuck 'em on the barbie and eat 'em while they're hot!" kind of person?

    However you like your Scallops, you NEED to experience the fun and excitement of catching them yourself! Within a maximum depth of 12m, the Scallop Beds are at super accessible depth for all levels of certified diver. Bring your catch-bag, fishing licence, and a will to succeed, to dive into a fun-filled day on the Bay, followed by an even better afternoon in the kitchen! 

     

    Minimum certification Open Water 18m. Divers must carry an SMB. Limit of 100 per person or as otherwise dictated by VFA.

    Certification required: Open Water 18m

    Available: 20


Scallop Drift 12m
4 Hour Freediving tour in the bay

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