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Clifton Gardens

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.2 12 especies 24 colaboradores

Clifton Gardens is a year-round dive destination in New South Wales, Australia, with diverse marine life and accessible conditions.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
5.3 kn
Olas
0.9 m
Agua
17.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (21%)
Now: WNW (293°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.32m

Próxima: Alta a las 01:00 (+0.15m)

+0.7 m0 m-0.6 m
▲ 01:00 · +0.15m ▼ 07:00 · -0.12m ▲ 14:00 · +0.57m ▼ 21:00 · -0.18m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV6.7 · high Aire PM2.511 · good 05:49 17:49
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 10.4 0.96 7 0mm
09-20 9.2 0.78 7 0mm
09-21 15.4 1.72 7 1mm
09-22 9.4 1.64 1 3mm
09-23 9.6 1.42 3 1mm
09-24 11.8 1.28 7 0mm
09-25 10.6 1.14 7 0mm

About this spot

Clifton Gardens in New South Wales offers diving opportunities throughout the year. The site draws divers looking to explore healthy marine ecosystems with no current coral bleaching concerns. Twelve species observations have been documented at this location, giving you a good sense of the biodiversity you'll encounter. Community videos are available to help you prepare and understand what to expect before your dive. This unprotected locality means fewer regulatory restrictions compared to marine protected areas, making access straightforward for visiting divers. The healthy coral status indicates a thriving reef environment worth exploring. Whether you're planning a solo trip or group dive, year-round access means you can schedule your visit around your calendar rather than seasonal windows. Local knowledge shared through community video content provides real-world perspective on conditions and marine encounters. The documented species observations suggest consistent marine activity and reasonable expectations for what you might see. Clifton Gardens works well as part of a broader New South Wales dive itinerary.

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Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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 · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 17674km · ~4065kg · €73

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 53/100
  • Visado: e-Visa · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 16h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 9h este · 6 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

Can I dive Clifton Gardens year-round?

Yes. Clifton Gardens is accessible for diving throughout the year, so you can plan your visit based on your schedule rather than seasonal limitations.

What marine life might I encounter?

Twelve species observations have been documented at Clifton Gardens. Community videos show real dives at the site—check those for specific marine life sightings and behavior.

Is the reef healthy?

Clifton Gardens shows no coral bleaching stress, indicating a healthy reef environment. This is a positive sign for the ecosystem and marine biodiversity you'll explore.

Do I need permits or special authorization?

Clifton Gardens is not within a marine protected area, so access is straightforward. Always check local regulations and conditions before diving, and respect any site-specific guidelines.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Dive Centre Bondi

Dive Centre Bondi

6 km
4.9 (755 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 49+ times this month
Teléfono: +61 2 9369 3855
Horario: Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Plunge

0.1 km
Centro de buceo
Speaks 🇬🇧

Dive Centre Manly

6.7 km
4.9 (800 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 52+ times this month
Teléfono: +61 2 9977 4355
Horario: Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Pro Dive

8.6 km
Centro de buceo

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

12 registros · 10 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Obelia geniculata

Hydrozoa · Campanulariidae
OBIS
Última observación:
30 ene 2024
×1registros

Molgula complanata

Ascidiacea · Molgulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 abr 2019
×1registros

Carcharhinus leucas

Bull Shark
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
13 feb 2016
×1registros

Carcharhinus leucas

Bull Shark
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 mar 2015
×1registros

Carcharhinus leucas

Bull Shark
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
15 feb 2012
×1registros
Profundidad:
29 m

Xenotrophon euschema

Graceful Trophon
Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 dic 1977
×1registros

Lumbrineris

Polychaeta · Lumbrineridae
OBIS
Última observación:
20 ene 1977
×1registros

Appendicularia

Appendicularia
OBIS
Última observación:
30 may 1939
×1registros
Profundidad:
91 m

Callyspongia (Euplacella)

Demospongiae · Callyspongiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Spisula trigonella

Little Trough Shell Or Triangular Cockle
Bivalvia · Mactridae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Squalus megalops

Elasmobranchii · Squalidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Callyspongia (Callyspongia) serpentina

Demospongiae · Callyspongiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

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wind peaks Oct-Nov-Sep, calmest Jun-Apr-May, dry Jan-Dec.

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