Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Cottesloe
Ready to check out the best sites in Cottesloe for scuba diving, snorkeling, shore diving, free diving or other ocean activities? Zentacle has 3 dive sites, snorkel spots, beaches, and more. Discover hand-curated maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
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#1 - Cottesloe
Australia, WA, Perth
very good dive betwene morning and afternoon in short break during work
#2 - North Cottesloe Reef
Australia, WA, Perth
Visibility can vary from crystal clear to murky, depending on conditions. In the morning swimmers train over the reef and don't tend to look where they are going so keep an eye out. The area is popular with snorkellers, but not overcrowded. Where the reef breaks to sandy areas at the shore beachgoers are abundant.
Large limestone reef at one of Perth's most popular beaches. Just enter the water and the reef is right there.
The area can get busy, but is very safe with constant lifeguard prescence and shark spotting helicopters around. Watch out for stingers.
The reef has areas of seagrass, caves, ledges and sandy patches resulting in a variety of fish and other creatures to see.
North Cottesloe Reef is also known as Slimey's Reef.
#3 - Cottesloe Groyne
Australia, WA, Perth
A very easy, but interesting spot to snorkel. On calmer days the southern side, with it's natural reef can be accessed.
Common species (north side): Woodward's Pomfret, Ogilby's Hardyhead, Yellow-finned Whiting, Stripey, Western Scalyfin, Red-lipped Morwong, Dusky Moorwong, Silver Drummer, Western Buffalo Bream
Easily accessed, part of the popular Cottesloe Beach in Perth. Water on the northern side is protected and usually calm. Entry is via the beach.