About Hippolyte Rocks
The rocks drop steeply from the surface past 45m. Walls are blanketed in sponge, soft coral and zoanthids, and curious Australian fur seals regularly join divers for the duration of a dive. The site is fully exposed to ocean swell and current and only runs in calm weather.
Region: Tasman Peninsula, TAS
Skill Level: Advanced
Depth: 15-45m
Water Temperature: 11-18°C
Visibility: 10-25m
Best Time to Dive: December to April
Marine Life: Australian fur seals, butterfly perch, jackass morwong, sponge gardens, sea whips, nudibranchs, anemones.
Hazards: Strong currents, full ocean exposure, surge near the rocks.
Facilities: Boat charter from Pirates Bay; no facilities on site.