The Pipeline Suggest edit

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IntermediateRecommended cert

15Max dive depth

15.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

October to MayBest months

20.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

14.0–18.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Pipeline at Nelson Bay offers muck diving with frequent sightings of seahorses and pipefish among sand and seagrass beds.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 20.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 14.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Both Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting during mid-morning, use wide-angle lens for landscapes.

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