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Waterfall

4.0 — based on 21 community signals
4.2 12 especies 23 colaboradores

Waterfall dive near Sydney offers year-round access in a protected marine reserve with healthy coral and diverse species.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · North Harbour Aquatic Reserve updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
4.7 kn
Olas
0.78 m
Agua
17.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (20%)
Now: W (281°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.33m

Próxima: Alta a las 01:00 (+0.15m)

+0.7 m0 m-0.6 m
▲ 01:00 · +0.15m ▼ 07:00 · -0.13m ▲ 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 8.8 0.84 7 0mm
09-20 9.9 0.68 7 0mm
09-21 16 1.5 7 1mm
09-22 9.4 1.44 1 3mm
09-23 10 1.3 3 1mm
09-24 12.2 1.16 7 1mm
09-25 10.4 1.06 7 0mm

About this spot

Waterfall is a dive site located at North Head, a prominent headland in Sydney, Australia. The site sits within the North Harbour Aquatic Reserve, giving it protected status and ensuring a healthy marine environment. Year-round diving conditions mean you can plan trips on your schedule without seasonal restrictions. The site supports a diverse marine ecosystem with 12 documented species observations on record. Coral conditions show no stress, indicating a thriving reef system. This protection and stability make Waterfall a reliable choice for repeat visits and skill development. Access is straightforward from Sydney's North Head location. The reserve status means local regulations apply, but these protections keep the site in good condition. Three community-submitted videos provide real-world perspectives on what to expect underwater. Whether you're exploring Sydney's dive options for the first time or adding to a local logbook, Waterfall delivers consistent conditions and healthy marine life.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Australia: 61 sitios desde arrecifes de coral hasta pecios en aguas frías

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 ↔ 17677km · ~4066kg · €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 Waterfall year-round?

Yes. Waterfall is diveable throughout the year, so you can plan trips based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows.

What marine life will I see?

The site has 12 documented species observations. Coral shows no stress, indicating a healthy reef system with active biodiversity.

Is the site protected?

Yes. Waterfall lies within the North Harbour Aquatic Reserve, which maintains marine protection and helps preserve the ecosystem.

How do I access Waterfall?

The site is located at North Head, Sydney. Reserve regulations apply, so check local requirements before diving.

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

8.4 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

4.1 km
Centro de buceo
Speaks 🇬🇧

Dive Centre Manly

4.9 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

6.8 km
Centro de buceo

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

9 registros · 9 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Petrosia

Demospongiae · Petrosiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 ene 2024
×1registros

Clytia gracilis

Hydrozoa · Campanulariidae
OBIS
Última observación:
13 ene 2022
×1registros

Kellia jacksoniana

Bivalvia · Lasaeidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 jul 2021
×1registros

Eirene brevistylus

Hydrozoa · Eirenidae
OBIS
Última observación:
16 dic 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
100 m

Tiaropsidium kelseyi

Hydrozoa · Tiaropsidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 feb 2017
×1registros
Profundidad:
100 m

Hiatella arctica

Bivalvia · Hiatellidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 may 2016
×1registros

Arctocephalus pusillus

Australian Fur Seal
Mammalia · Otariidae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 jul 2013
×1registros
Profundidad:
0 m

Hydrurga leptonyx

Leopard seal
Mammalia · Phocidae
OBIS
Última observación:
17 ago 1984
×1registros

Cossura

Polychaeta · Cossuridae
OBIS
Última observación:
13 nov 1979
×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.

Cathedral Cave dive highlights, Waterfall Bay, Tasmania, Australia.

Eaglehawk Dive Centre

Tasmania - Waterfall Bay Dive

The Happy Diver

Diving down Australia's Tallest Waterfall with an FPV Drone

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💬 3 top comments
  • I really can't believe this doesn't have more views, but it is truly incredible and inspiring. How did you waterproof it?

    @gunnar4554 · 👍 1
  • SOOO sick.

    @brycito · 👍 0
  • Why has this video on 31 views. Awesome. Cheers

    @GTARC_au · 👍 0

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "This toilet no longer exists it is the storage room for the cafe"

    anonymous · 2026-05-12
  • "These benches have moved elsewhere months ago via StreetComplete_ee 63.0"

    janesk · 2026-04-17
wind peaks Sep-Jan-Oct, calmest Jun-May-Apr, dry Feb-Dec.

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: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (80/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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