Western Australia · 12 sites
Turquoise Coast dive sites
Jurien Bay and the Turquoise Coast between Perth and Geraldton have sea lion colonies (Jurien's swims are among the best in Australia), limestone reefs, the wreck-strewn Cervantes coast and the Beagle Islands.
- Sites
- 12
- Wrecks
- 6
- Shore
- 5
- Boat
- 7
- Beginner
- 9
- Deepest
- 14 m
Conditions outlook · Late September – October 2026
Written 27 September 2026October–April mornings are the Jurien Bay and Lancelin season: sea lion swims at Jurien, the reef and the Vergulde Draeck protected zone on calm easterly mornings, 19–20 °C water and warming.
Getting there
Two to three hours north of Perth. Sea lion tours and dives from Jurien Bay; shore dives at Jurien and Green Head.
When to go
October to April mornings.
Water & suit
Summer 21-23 °C · winter 18-19 °C. 3-5 mm wetsuit
Nearest chamber: Fiona Stanley Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit (Murdoch, Perth) – about 220-300 km by road; RFDS/ambulance transfer
Most recorded marine life in Turquoise Coast
- Buffalo bream 10
- Herring 9
- Sweep 9
- Sponges 8
- Western rock lobster 8
- Western king wrasse 7
- Harlequin fish 5
- Seagrass 5
- Anemones 4
- Australian sea lions 3
- Baldchin groper 3
- Wrasse 3
- Bottlenose dolphins 2
- Whiting 2
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The most-dived sites in Turquoise Coast
Suggested trip
A 3-day dive trip to Turquoise Coast
Built from the sites in this region: an easy start, the signature dives, then something deeper or further. Swap days around the weather; the site pages say which winds and swell close each one.
Build your own Turquoise Coast plan: pick days, level and must-dive sites →Day 1 · Settle in
Start with Turquoise Coast's easier shore dives: check your weighting, get used to the water temperature and dive the sheltered side of the coast.
- Jurien Bay Jetty & Underwater Snorkel TrailJetty/Pier · Max 6 m · Snorkel/Any
- Dynamite Bay & Point Louise (Green Head)Shore/Rock Platform · Max 6 m · Snorkel/Any
Day 2 · The signature dives
A charter day on the sites people travel to Turquoise Coast for, including Villalta Wreck (Seabird).
- Villalta Wreck (Seabird)Wreck · Max 3 m · Snorkel/Any
- Europa Wreck (Three Breaks Reef)Wreck · Max 14 m · Open Water
Day 3 · Deeper or further
For divers with the certification and the weather: the deeper walls, pinnacles or less-visited sites of Turquoise Coast.
- J P Webb Wreck (Ledge Point)Wreck · Max 4 m · Open Water
- Lubra Wreck (Jurien Bay)Wreck · Max 4 m · Snorkel/Any
Dive centres and charters in Turquoise Coast
All Western Australia operators →Operators recorded as running sites in this region. Each profile lists the specific sites it goes to.
Jurien Bay Oceanic Experience
Named by sitesConfirmed Sept 2026
Jurien Bay · Turquoise Coast · WA
jurienbayoceanic.com.au · 0432 806 234
9 sites
Sea Lion Charters
Named by sitesConfirmed Sept 2026
Jurien Bay · Turquoise Coast · WA
Sea lion swim tours; postal address only (PO Box 838, Jurien Bay WA 6516).
sealioncharters.com.au · 1300 732 546
2 sites
Map of Turquoise Coast dive sites
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All 12 Turquoise Coast dive sites
All Turquoise Coast sites at a glance
12 sites in Turquoise Coast · click a column to sort
| Boullanger Island & Jurien Bay Lagoon Reefs | Island | Max 10 m | Snorkel/Any | Boat (day trip) | Weekly |
| Cervantes Wreck (Thirsty Point) | Wreck | Max 3 m | Snorkel/Any | Boat (day trip) | Rare |
| Dynamite Bay & Point Louise (Green Head) | Shore/Rock Platform | Max 6 m | Snorkel/Any | Shore | Occasional |
| Essex Rocks Sea Lions (Jurien Bay) | Island | Max 8 m | Snorkel/Any | Boat (day trip) | Daily |
| Europa Wreck (Three Breaks Reef) | Wreck | Max 14 m | Open Water | Boat (day trip) | Rare |
| Hangover Bay (Nambung) | Shore/Rock Platform | Max 5 m | Snorkel/Any | Shore | Occasional |
| J P Webb Wreck (Ledge Point) | Wreck | Max 4 m | Open Water | Boat (day trip) | Rare |
| Jurien Bay Jetty & Underwater Snorkel Trail | Jetty/Pier | Max 6 m | Snorkel/Any | Shore | Occasional |
| Leeman & Fishermans Islands | Shore/Rock Platform | Max 12 m | Open Water | Shore or Boat | Rare |
| Lubra Wreck (Jurien Bay) | Wreck | Max 4 m | Snorkel/Any | Boat (day trip) | Rare |
| Vergulde Draeck Wreck (Gilt Dragon) | Wreck | Max 8 m | Advanced Open Water | Boat (day trip) | Rare |
| Villalta Wreck (Seabird) | Wreck | Max 3 m | Snorkel/Any | Shore | Rare |
Turquoise Coast diving FAQ
How do I get to the dive sites in Turquoise Coast?
Two to three hours north of Perth. Sea lion tours and dives from Jurien Bay; shore dives at Jurien and Green Head.
When is the best time to dive Turquoise Coast?
October to April mornings.
How many dive sites are there in Turquoise Coast?
12 documented sites, including 6 wrecks and 5 that can be dived independently from the shore. The deepest reaches 14 m.
Are there beginner dive sites in Turquoise Coast?
Yes, 9 sites are rated beginner. Look for the green Beginner tag in the list below, and check the weather notes on each page before diving.
How cold is the water in Turquoise Coast?
Typically 21-23 °C in summer and 18-19 °C in winter. Most divers wear 3-5 mm wetsuit.
Which dive centres operate in Turquoise Coast?
Jurien Bay Oceanic Experience, Sea Lion Charters are recorded as running sites in Turquoise Coast. Each site page lists the operators known to go there.
Where is the nearest recompression chamber to Turquoise Coast?
Fiona Stanley Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit (Murdoch, Perth) – about 220-300 km by road; RFDS/ambulance transfer. In an emergency call 000, then DAN Asia-Pacific on 1800 088 200.
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