About Fortescue Bay
Entries from the beach drop into a mix of seagrass and reef, with kelp-covered rocks and gutters that shelter seadragons, octopus, cuttlefish and crayfish. Depths run from a few metres in the bay to around 18m at the reef edge. Sheltered and good for training.
Region: Tasman Peninsula, TAS
Skill Level: Beginner
Depth: 5-18m
Water Temperature: 11-18°C
Visibility: 5-15m
Best Time to Dive: All year, best November to April
Marine Life: Weedy seadragons, southern rock lobster, octopus, cuttlefish, draughtboard shark, abalone, schooling fish.
Hazards: Limited services; no dive shop on site, bring all gear.
Facilities: National park campground, toilets, boat ramp, parking; no air fills.