The Steps Suggest edit

Australia Suggest · New South Wales Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

12Max dive depth

12.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

October to AprilBest months

20.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

14.0–18.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Steps is a popular dive site located in Sydney, New South Wales, known for its accessible shore entry and diverse marine life. It features rocky reefs and sandy patches, making it suitable for divers of varying skill levels.

Divers can expect to explore a variety of underwater terrains including rocky outcrops and sandy bottoms. The site is home to a range of marine species, including colorful fish and occasional sightings of larger marine life. The dive typically involves navigating through kelp forests and rocky crevices.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 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: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand kelp Suggest edit

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Best lighting is during mid-morning; focus on macro photography among the rocks.

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