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Swansea Bridge

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.3 12 species 31 contributors

Swansea Bridge is a year-round dive site near Sydney offering consistent access to local marine life without seasonal restrictions.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Common octopus

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
6.7 kn
Wave
1.12 m
Water
19°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (19%)
Now: WNW (295°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.35m

Today: High 01:00 (+0.15m), Low 07:00 (-0.14m)

+0.7 m0 m-0.7 m
▲ 01:00 · +0.15m ▼ 07:00 · -0.14m ▲ 14:00 · +0.57m ▼ 21:00 · -0.16m Now +0.1m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV6.8 · high Air PM2.55 · good 05:47 17:47
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 8.4 1.16 7 0mm
09-20 9.9 0.88 7 0mm
09-21 16.4 1.68 7 1mm
09-22 11.4 1.7 1 2mm
09-23 12.4 1.58 4 0mm
09-24 12.6 1.38 7 0mm
09-25 10 1.22 7 0mm

About this spot

Swansea Bridge, located in New South Wales, Australia, is an accessible dive destination suitable for year-round exploration. The site draws divers interested in observing local marine species in their natural habitat. With 12 documented species observations on record, the location provides opportunities to encounter the diversity of Australia's temperate waters. The site sits outside a marine protected area, allowing flexible access for visiting divers. Community contributions include three videos from past divers, offering valuable insights into what to expect underwater. These resources help divers prepare for their visit and understand the site's character. Swansea Bridge serves as a solid option for divers seeking familiar Australian diving without the constraints of MPA regulations. The consistent conditions throughout the year make it reliable for trip planning. Local marine life observations suggest a healthy ecosystem with varied species composition typical of New South Wales coastal diving.

📖 Guide: Diving in Australia: 61 Sites from Coral Reefs to Cold-Water Wrecks

Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Common octopus

Dive types

Shore

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type I · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 16975km · ~3904kg · €70

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 53/100
  • Visa: e-Visa · 90 days max
  • Flight: 16h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 9h east · 6 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Swansea Bridge?

Swansea Bridge is diveable year-round, so you can plan your trip based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Check local conditions before each visit for optimal visibility and comfort.

What depth and difficulty level is Swansea Bridge?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Swansea Bridge are not currently documented. Contact local dive operators or review community videos to understand site conditions before diving.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Swansea Bridge. Review the species data and community videos to learn which animals are commonly encountered at this New South Wales dive site.

Do I need permits or special access?

Swansea Bridge lies outside a marine protected area, so standard diving access applies. Verify current local regulations with NSW authorities before your dive trip.

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

55 records · 49 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Ambigolimax Pollonera, 1887

Gastropoda · Limacidae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Jan 2026
×3records

Hydatina physis

Gastropoda · Aplustridae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Jan 2026
×1records

Anthothoe albocincta

Anthozoa · Sagartiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Jan 2026
×1records

Austraeolis ornata

Gastropoda · Facelinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Jan 2026
×1records

Neotrygon kuhlii

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Jan 2026
×1records

Hypselodoris bennetti

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Jan 2026
×1records

Trygonoptera testacea

Elasmobranchii · Urolophidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Sepioteuthis australis

Cephalopoda · Loliginidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Pleurobranchus peronii

Gastropoda · Pleurobranchidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Cellana tramoserica

Gastropoda · Nacellidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Centrostephanus rodgersii

Echinoidea · Diadematidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Nerita melanotragus

Gastropoda · Neritidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Jan 2026
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

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Swansea Bridge 2007

Sharkdentist
💬 2 top comments
  • Great clip

    @thruxt0677 · 👍 1
  • What a cool place... Thanx

    @blackseaandothers · 👍 0

Diving Swansea Bridge, Swansea, NSW , Australia

EXRAFAPP
💬 1 top comments
  • I could sit there for ages and watch those Stripies milling around against the blue backdrop (1:10) Nice work.

    @dalemcclenahan3396 · 👍 1

Swansea Bridge Dive!

Doctor Shack
wind peaks Dec-Jan-Nov, calmest Jun-Apr-May, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jan (100/100) Worst: Mar (0/100) Now: Sep (13/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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