Water quality in Bass Strait is generally good, with visibility varying from five to 20 meters, but averaging around 10 meters. The best sea conditions are usually around June with predominant northerlies and water temperature around 14 degrees. February through March sees water temperatures around 18 to 20 degrees and periods of favorable winds. If there’s a lot of rain from August to October, vis will be constantly less than 10 meters until late December, but low rainfall can result in October to December having the best vis!

All these sites are within 20 minutes by quality charter boats from both sides of the bay out of Queenscliff and Portsea, and as a bonus you get to cross the boiling waters of the notorious Rip at the Heads. There’s plenty of other world class dives in this region, including some of the world’s most colourful reefs. Diving the reefs and wrecks around Port Phillip Heads will seriously lift your benchmark for great dive locations. For surface intervals and non divers, the Bellarine and Mornington peninsulas boast a range of quality restaurants, vineyards, and world-famous sandbelt golf courses.

There are also plenty of fun and adventure activities available for all age groups. Melbourne Airport is less than two hours from the action, and Avalon Airport is just over half an hour away. So do yourself a favor, slip on your pirate hat and come dive for scuttled treasure…Captain!