MV Petrel Suggest edit

Australia Suggest · Western Australia Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

November to AprilBest months

22.0–26.0 °CWater (summer)

16.0–20.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The MV Petrel is a popular dive site located in Rockingham, Western Australia. This site features a sunken vessel that attracts a variety of marine life, making it an exciting destination for divers of all levels.

Divers can explore the wreck of the MV Petrel, which is home to numerous fish species and offers interesting structures to navigate around. The site provides opportunities for both shallow and deeper dives, depending on diver experience.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 22.0–26.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 16.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rubble artificial reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for wreck shots, macro for marine life

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