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Merimbula Wharf

3.7 — based on 15 community signals
4.2 12 especies 26 colaboradores

Merimbula Wharf is a year-round dive site near the NSW coast offering accessible exploration with documented marine biodiversity.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Temp. del agua
10–18°C
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginner

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Temp. del agua
10–18 °C
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Pulpo

Mapa

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Mapa de ubicación de Merimbula Wharf © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
3.4 kn
Olas
0.44 m
Agua
16.9°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSW (21%)
Now: NNE (22°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.26m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+0.12m)

+0.6 m0 m-0.7 m
▲ 02:00 · +0.12m ▼ 07:00 · -0.16m ▲ 14:00 · +0.44m ▼ 21:00 · -0.3m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV6.3 · high Aire PM2.51 · good 05:55 17:54
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 10.2 0.54 6 0mm
09-20 7.8 0.52 6 0mm
09-21 17.2 1.14 4 0mm
09-22 8.9 0.86 6 0mm
09-23 7.9 1 6 0mm
09-24 13.2 1.04 6 0mm
09-25 4.6 0.9 4 0mm
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (10–18°C)

About this spot

Merimbula Wharf sits in a sheltered marine environment on the south coast of New South Wales, Australia. The site draws divers looking for a straightforward entry point into local underwater conditions. With 12 documented species observations and 3 community videos available, there is solid reference material for planning a dive here. The wharf structure itself provides an artificial reef habitat that attracts local marine life. Divers can expect to encounter organisms typical of southern Australian temperate waters. The site operates outside a marine protected area, which may offer different access terms than nearby reserves. Year-round diving is possible at Merimbula Wharf, making it a flexible option for visiting or local divers. The documented species sightings and video evidence suggest consistent marine activity. Before diving, check local conditions, tide schedules, and any mooring or access requirements specific to the wharf infrastructure.

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Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Pulpo

Tipos de buceo

PecioCosta

Esenciales del viaje

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

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 7 mm semi-dry
  • 📜 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%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 7 mm semi-dry
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 17689km · ~4068kg · €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

When is the best time to dive Merimbula Wharf?

Year-round diving is viable at this site. However, local water conditions vary seasonally. Check tide forecasts and recent dive reports before planning a visit to confirm current visibility and safety.

What depth and difficulty level should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Merimbula Wharf are not publicly documented. Contact local dive operators or the dive community for current site-specific information before your visit.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations are recorded at this site. Community videos (3 available) show the types of marine life present. Review these resources to understand what wildlife frequents the wharf ecosystem.

Do I need permits or special access?

Merimbula Wharf is not inside a marine protected area. However, confirm any local boating regulations, wharf access rules, or seasonal restrictions with NSW maritime authorities before diving.

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

73 registros · 43 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Parvulastra exigua

Asteroidea · Asterinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
24 ene 2026
×1registros

Dendrodoris nigra

Gastropoda · Dendrodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
12 ene 2026
×2registros

Octopus tetricus

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
12 ene 2026
×2registros

Palaemon serenus

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
GBIF
Última observación:
12 ene 2026
×1registros

Guinusia chabrus

Malacostraca · Plagusiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
8 ene 2026
×1registros

Bathytoshia brevicaudata

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
GBIF
Última observación:
7 ene 2026
×1registros

Pachygrapsus laevimanus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
GBIF
Última observación:
7 ene 2026
×1registros

Cabestana spengleri

Gastropoda · Cymatiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
7 ene 2026
×1registros

Leptograpsus variegatus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
GBIF
Última observación:
6 ene 2026
×2registros

Nodilittorina pyramidalis

Gastropoda · Littorinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
6 ene 2026
×1registros

Hydatina physis

Gastropoda · Aplustridae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 ene 2026
×2registros

Heliocidaris erythrogramma

Echinoidea · Echinometridae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 ene 2026
×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

YouTube videos — click to play.

Scuba Diving MERIMBULA WHARF

SBVideo
💬 2 top comments
  • Again the critters were very accommodating to you SB, especially the occy. They normally scoot asap. Loved the wobbie! Got yourself some gear. Appreciated the vid, thanks. You have heaps of earlier vids, I need to get out the popcorn, and engage with, I'll get there.

    @Paul-w9r1r · 👍 0
  • Time Stamps 0:00 Intro 0:08 Gloomy Octopus 0:33 Wobbegong Shark 0:43 Lost fishing rod 0:50 Stingray 1:08 Can you i.d this fish in the comments please? 1:17 Octopus greets Scuba Diver

    @stuartbakervideo · 👍 0

Siphonophore - Merimbula Wharf 2002.m4v

Dave Bryant - Travel and Underwater Videos.

Diving Merimbula Wharf

Dirtbikes and Diving
wind peaks Nov-Oct-Feb, calmest Jul-Apr-May, dry Jan-Dec, water 10-18°C.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jan (100/100) Worst: Jun (0/100) Now: Sep (0/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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