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Drum and Drumsticks
Jervis Bay boat reef known for fur seals and wildlife encounters.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
DeepReef
Local operator required
Boat access means a Jervis Bay charter or dive operator is the normal way to reach the site.
Boat-accessed Jervis Bay reef with rocky structure and a year-round fur seal colony. It suits divers who want a wildlife-heavy NSW south coast dive rather than a coral or wreck site.
About Drum and Drumsticks
Drum and Drumsticks is a Jervis Bay boat dive on a rocky reef where the year-round fur seal colony is the main attraction. It is a wildlife-focused site that rewards slow, observant diving rather than covering distance.
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Research Estimate At Drum and Drumsticks
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Drum and Drumsticks?
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Drum and Drumsticks Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 30m
Depth Note
Directory sources place the site in roughly the 20-30 m range; ScubaSnap currently lists a 30 m maximum dive depth.
Best Season
October through April, when conditions are usually friendlier and seals are active.
Typical Conditions
Rocky reef with variable visibility, mild current, and moderate surge.
Safety & Access At Drum and Drumsticks
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficSurge
Safety Notes
Use a local operator, keep space around the seals, and expect conditions to change with swell and tide near the bay entrance.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan with a Jervis Bay operator and check the day-of sea state.
Legal Notes
Respect Jervis Bay Marine Park rules and keep clear of the seal colony and any protected areas.
Local Intel For Drum and Drumsticks
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Best as a controlled, wildlife-focused scuba dive with careful buoyancy around the seal colony.
Freedive
Not a primary freedive target because the site is boat accessed and best handled on scuba.
Snorkel
Not a practical snorkel site.
Drum and Drumsticks Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Drum and Drumsticks
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Wildlife at Drum and Drumsticks
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Recent Logged Visits At Drum and Drumsticks
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Drum and Drumsticks
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
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Drum and Drumsticks Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Drum and Drumsticks Guide - Sources and Updates
Last Updated
Research Sources
www.environment.nsw.gov.au · Official
NSW Government seal survey listing Drum and Drumsticks among key seal hotspot sites.
www.jervisbaywild.com.au · Operator
Tour operator page describing the fur-seal colony at Drum and Drumsticks.
www.scubaspotadvisor.com · Directory
Community listing describing the site as the northernmost year-round colony of Australian fur seals on the east coast.
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