What level of diving experience is required for Shelly Beach?

Shelly Beach is rated beginner with depths of ≤ 14 m. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at Shelly Beach?

At Shelly Beach, divers commonly encounter: manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, sea turtles, octopus, nudibranchs.

Where is Shelly Beach located?

Shelly Beach is located in Australia, in the Australia region (coordinates: -33.8005, 151.2976).

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Shelly Beach

Shelly Beach

Australia, 🇦🇺 AustraliaBeginner

Depth14m

DifficultyBeginner

Description

Shelly Beach is Sydney's most famous beginner-friendly shore dive, located next to Manly Beach. This protected marine reserve at 14 meters depth features a diverse rocky reef teeming with marine life habituated to divers. The site is renowned for its friendly blue groper, giant cuttlefish, wobbegong sharks, and Port Jackson sharks in winter. Easy beach access, gentle slope, and typically calm conditions make it the go-to dive site for Sydney's dive schools and visiting divers.