Sydney · New South Wales
Scuba Diving at Gordons Bay
An Eastern Suburbs shore dive with a long-established underwater nature trail.
Gordons Bay, between Clovelly and Coogee, has an underwater nature trail marked by a chain running along the bottom — one of the oldest such trails in Australia.
The boulder terrain and kelp hold a solid range of temperate species, and the bay is sheltered enough for comfortable diving in most conditions.
It is a regular training and night-diving site for Eastern Suburbs divers.
Recommended: Open Water Diver. What can I dive with my cert?
Max depth
18 m
typically 10 m
Access
shore
Current
minimal
Water temp
17–24°C
Level
beginner
up to intermediate
| Region | Sydney |
|---|---|
| State | New South Wales |
| Access | shore |
| Site type | reef |
| Minimum depth | 3 m |
| Typical depth | 10 m |
| Maximum depth | 18 m |
| Current | minimal |
| Visibility | Commonly 5–15 m |
| Water temperature | Roughly 17–24°C |
| Experience level | beginner, intermediate |
These are guidance categories, not guarantees. Conditions on the day, and an operator’s own requirements, override any classification here.
- eastern blue gropers
- Port Jackson sharks seasonally
- octopus
- cuttlefish
- wobbegongs
- nudibranchs
- rays
Access
- Shore entry from the boat ramp area.
- Rocky entry requiring some care.
- Sheltered from most swell directions.
Hazards
- boat traffic from the small boat ramp
- surge in swell
- slippery rock entry
- fishing line
Marine Life at Gordons Bay
Species documented at this site, with seasonality and etiquette on each page.
Businesses documented as regularly diving this site.
Dive Centre BondiBondiPADIAn Eastern Suburbs PADI 5 Star IDC on Bondi Road teaching through Instructor and technical levels, with air, Nitrox and Trimix fills and manufacturer-approved servicing.CoursesAdvancedProTechNitroxHireSource-backed profilePro Dive SydneyPro Dive's inner-Sydney training centre at Alexandria, close to Camp Cove, Clovelly, Gordons Bay and Bare Island, with courses to Divemaster, hire and servicing.CoursesAdvancedProHireServicingSource-backed profileUseful Training for Diving Gordons Bay
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Gordons Bay Diving FAQs
How deep is Gordons Bay?
Depths range from around 3 metres to roughly 18 metres, with a typical profile around 10 metres. Conditions and route selection change this considerably.
Is Gordons Bay suitable for beginners?
It can be, in reasonable conditions and with appropriate supervision. Conditions on the day matter more than certification level, and operators may impose their own requirements.
How do you get to Gordons Bay?
Shore entry from the boat ramp area. Rocky entry requiring some care.
Is there current at Gordons Bay?
Current is recorded as minimal. Conditions vary daily and should be checked close to the day.
What will I see at Gordons Bay?
Commonly reported marine life includes eastern blue gropers, Port Jackson sharks seasonally, octopus, cuttlefish, wobbegongs, nudibranchs. Sightings are never guaranteed.
When is the best time to dive Gordons Bay?
Conditions vary through the year. Visibility is commonly 5–15 m. Check with local operators close to your dates.
Where is Gordons Bay?
Gordons Bay is in the Sydney region of New South Wales.
Last researched: September 2026. Dive businesses change frequently — confirm current services, prices and requirements directly with the operator before booking.