Australia
The Nursery
About this Dive Site
Description
Perfect for new divers or an enchanting night exploration, 'The Nursery' in Jervis Bay boasts shallow, sheltered waters over a sandy bottom. Its seagrass beds are a haven for delicate nudibranchs, clever octopuses, and the shy seahorse.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
January, February, September, October, November, December
Jan
Summer diving, good for seals and weedy sea dragons
Feb
Warmest waters, excellent for macro life
Mar
Autumn transition, still good visibility
Apr
Cooler waters, but still enjoyable diving
More monthly highlights
May
Plankton blooms can occur, attracting small marine life
Jun
Winter diving, potential for nudibranchs and pygmy seahorses
Jul
Coldest month, but visibility can be excellent
Aug
Warming up, seals are still present
Sep
Spring, weedy sea dragons become more active
Oct
Excellent visibility, good for observing larger fish
Nov
Warm waters returning, good for all types of diving
Dec
Summer diving, seals are a common sight
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