Port Hacking River is very popular among water-sports fans. The estuary and bays are used for many recreational activities such as surfing, wake-boarding, water skiing and scuba diving. Shiprock is a popular dive site. It is considered to be the best night dive in Sydney.
The site is appropriate for novice and advanced divers alike. The average depth here is at 12 m/39.4 ft and the maximum is at 20 m/65.6 ft. Visibility is medium and varies from 5 m/16.4 ft to 10 m/32.8 ft but it is better on high tide. Shiprock can be dived at both high or low tide, due to its position, inside Port Hacking.
Water temperature is up to 21°C/69.8°F in summer and early autumn months and between 14-18°C/57.2-64.4°F in winter. Shiprock is home to an abundant marine life including blue groper, sea dragons, sea horses, morays, goat fish, wobbegong, Port Jackson sharks, luderick, giant cuttlefish, old wife, yellow-tail and angel fish to name just a few. It is a crowded spot, especially on weekends, so watch out for boat traffic.
Apart from diving, there is a variety of activities, attractions, restaurants and bars that lie on the streets around Cronulla. Note: be careful of the currents.
At three hours away from London, Swansea's wider location offers a great variety of places for scuba diving. Gower coastline is a famous destination with a complex of stunning reefs.
The Virgin Islands of the United States, or the U.S. Virgin Islands lie in the Caribbean Sea, east of Puerto Rico. This group of islands consist of the main islands of Saint Thomas, which is home to the capital city of the U.S. Virgin Islands, Saint John, Saint Croix, Water Island and other surrounding minor islands.The climate here is classified as tropical savanna climate, mostly affected by moderate trade winds.
Trinidad and Tobago is an island country that is situated just off the coast of northeastern Venezuela. Both Trinidad and Tobago islands surprise visitors with their unspoiled natural beauty that is not found in most of the other Caribbean islands. The climate here is classified as tropical with two seasons annually, the dry and rainy season and the winds are usually influenced by the northeast trade winds. The islands are known not only for their beautiful sandy beaches, but also for their carnivals.
Ponta Do Ouro is the southern most village in Mozambique and is a popular holiday destination. It lies on the Mozambique Channel, southern of Maputo and just northern of the border with South Africa. Ponta Do Ouro boasts pristine beaches and is well known for its long stretches of white beaches. There are no tarred roads, therefore it is only accessible by 4x4 vehicles.
Kailua Kona is located in the North Kona District, Hawaii. It is a lively seaside town with sunny tropical weather all year long and lies at the bottom of the Hualalai Volcano.
Deep Bay is situated in the west side of Antigua. It' s just at 7 km/4.3 mi away from St. John, the capital of Antigua. A popular destination is the shipwreck of the Andes that caught fire and sank in 1905 in Deep Bay. This wreck attracts many divers and snorkelers for an unforgettable experience.
Located at the southern shore of Sydney's Harbor, Camp Cove is a small sheltered beach of only 250 m/820 ft long. Apart from breathtaking views of the Sydney's CBD and the Pacific Ocean, this site offers a variety of water sports opportunities.
Kurnell is a suburb in southern Sydney, at about 22 km/14 mi in the south of Sydney's CBD (Central Business District). Kurnell is on the southern headland of Botany Bay, just opposite the suburb of La Perouse. Kurnell boasts some of Sydney’s top dive sites.
Dee Why is a suburb of northern Sydney, at about 18 km/11 mi in the north-east of Sydney's CBD (Central Business District). Dee Why caters for a variety of dining and accommodation options to suit different needs and budgets. Long Reef beach is an ideal surf site, as it is partly protected by an offshore reef, providing with the right conditions for kite-surf.
Kurnell is a suburb in southern Sydney, at about 22 km/14 mi in the south of Sydney's CBD (Central Business District). Kurnell is on the southern headland of Botany Bay, just opposite the suburb of La Perouse. Kurnell boasts some of Sydney’s top dive sites.
Little Bay is a coastal suburb of Sydney, at about 14 km/9 mi in the south-east of Sydney's CBD (Central Business District). Little Bay beach nestles between headlands to the south and north, providing with a good shelter from prevailing sea conditions. The SS Kelloe is located at about 1.3 km/0.14 mi off the suburb of Little Bay.
Kurnell is a suburb in southern Sydney, at about 22 km/14 mi in the south of Sydney's CBD (Central Business District). Kurnell is on the southern headland of Botany Bay, just opposite the suburb of La Perouse. Kurnell boasts some of Sydney’s top dive sites.
Manly is a suburb of northern Sydney. Historic landmarks, sandy beaches, hidden coves and impressive National Parks are certainly part of the charm of this destination. Kayaking is one of many activities that visitors can choose from.
North Head is the northern headland of the entrance to Sydney Harbour. All along this section, there are several excellent dive sites.
