Temperate wrecks, granite islands and Southern Ocean whale country
Overview
Albany is a land-based, weather-dependent diving destination built around two very different wrecks in King George Sound: the former HMAS Perth II, a 133 m naval artificial reef, and Cheynes III, a former whale chaser. Southcoast Diving Supplies advertises year-round guided charters, scuba training, equipment rental and fills, plus local reef and island dives. Published availability does not establish departures on specific dates.
Non-divers have sheltered Emu Point, heritage museums, dramatic Torndirrup lookouts and June-October whale watching. This is cool-water diving, not a warm-water resort. Confirm your site, conditions, qualifications and the City of Albany vessel permit for HMAS Perth before planning a wreck day. Wreck | Operator | Ship-zone permit.
Quick shortlist before you jump into the full planning page.
Top species linked to approved dive spots in Albany and King George Sound.
Two distinctly documented artificial reefs: former HMAS Perth II and the former whale chaser Cheynes III. Albany tourism and WA Museum provide primary records.
Southcoast Diving Supplies advertises charters, training, equipment hire and fills throughout the year. Actual departure dates, capacity and site choice remain unconfirmed. Operator.
Emu Point offers official, sheltered shore-snorkeling context, while nearby walks and museums make weather substitutions and non-diver days worthwhile. Beaches.
Humpback and southern right whales are watched from land and boat during June-October; this is not a sanctioned local whale-swim program. Albany whale guide.
5 linked spots
We earn a commission when you book through our links.
Compare scenic cruises around King George Sound and Princess Royal Harbour with seasonal whale-watching trips from Albany.
Explore Albany’s Historic Whaling Station at Frenchman Bay. Check which tickets cover entry to the former whaling station.
