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Busselton Jetty And Margaret River Region Australia

Jetty pilings, a legendary wreck, and cape-to-cape reefs with world-class wine country in between

Updated Jan 23, 202616 sources

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Jetty pilings, a legendary wreck, and cape-to-cape reefs with world-class wine country in between

Busselton Jetty and the Margaret River Region combine easy, sheltered diving in Geographe Bay with the wilder, swell-exposed capes of South West Western Australia. Under the 1.8 km timber jetty, thousands of pylons create a living artificial reef packed with sponges, schooling fish, and macro life. Nearby, the HMAS Swan wreck delivers one of Australia's most famous dives, with two large sections resting from shallow water down to 32 m. South of Dunsborough, limestone and granite reefs sit inside Ngari Capes Marine Park, where sanctuary zones protect seagrass meadows and seasonal whale migration corridors. Topside, Margaret River is a full-on playground of cellar doors, caves, karri forests, surf culture, and coastal hikes. It is ideal for a long weekend based in Busselton or a week-long loop mixing jetty dives, wreck days, and cape missions with winery lunches.

What Makes It Special

  • Busselton Jetty artificial reef

    A shallow, high-biodiversity jetty dive with an underwater observatory and sculpture trail nearby, ideal for training, macro photography, and night dives.

  • Iconic wreck diving

    The HMAS Swan is a purpose-sunk artificial reef that delivers big-structure wreck diving without needing to travel to a remote offshore atoll.

  • Marine park zoning

    Ngari Capes Marine Park protects key habitats (including seagrass meadows) with sanctuary zones while still allowing non-extractive diving and snorkelling.

  • Topside is world-class

    Margaret River stacks wineries, breweries, caves, and coastal hikes into easy day trips from a single base.

Wildlife In Busselton Jetty And Margaret River Region Australia

Top species linked to approved dive spots in Busselton Jetty And Margaret River Region Australia.

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Busselton Jetty dive spot

Busselton Jetty

Artificial Reef

Shallow jetty-pylon dive with sponge growth, fish life, and easy laps.

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Visibility8 m
AccessSimple entry
CoralSome damage
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CrowdQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Four Mile Reef dive spot

Four Mile Reef

Reef

Short-boat Busselton reef with sharks, rays, and temperate coral.

Visibility10 m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
FV Lena dive spot

FV Lena

Wreck

Compact purpose-sunk wreck with sponge growth and clear structure.

Visibility10 m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralMixed health
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
HMAS Swan (Wreck) dive spot

HMAS Swan (Wreck)

DeepWreck

Large purpose-sunk advanced wreck with rich artificial-reef marine life.

Visibility14 m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralMixed health
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdModerate

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  • Busselton Margaret River Airport · 7 km drive
  • Perth Airport · 220 km drive
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  • Swell and surge on the west-coast capes
  • Boat traffic near jetties and popular bays
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  • When is the best time to dive Busselton Jetty and the HMAS Swan?
  • How do I book a dive on the HMAS Swan wreck and do I need a permit?
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Last updated: January 23, 2026 16 sources

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