Australia
Shark Gutters
About this Dive Site
Description
Dive into the intricate underwater canyons of Shark Gutters, a renowned South West Rocks gem. This labyrinth of caves and overhangs is a prime location to encounter majestic grey nurse sharks, particularly from May to November, alongside graceful turtles, rays, and a vibrant tapestry of reef fish.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 27°C | 27°C | 26°C | 24°C | 22°C | 20°C | 19°C | 20°C | 22°C | 24°C | 26°C | 27°C |
Peak Season
January, February, June, July, August, October, November, December
Jan
Summer warmth, good chance of seeing Grey Nurse Sharks
Feb
Continued good visibility and shark activity
Mar
Transitioning to autumn, still good shark sightings
Apr
Autumn diving, cooler water but still active marine life
More monthly highlights
May
Grey Nurse Sharks begin to aggregate in larger numbers
Jun
Peak Grey Nurse Shark aggregation season, often hundreds present
Jul
Continued excellent Grey Nurse Shark viewing
Aug
Late season for Grey Nurse Shark aggregations, still impressive numbers
Sep
Water warming up, returning to more general marine life
Oct
Spring bloom, good visibility and diverse marine life
Nov
Warm water, excellent visibility, chance of seeing migrating whales offshore
Dec
Summer diving, warm water, good shark sightings
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