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Independent Sydney diving guide noting Henry Head on clear days with strong visibility.
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Henry Head
Sydney sponge-garden reef dive at Henry Head.
Scuba DivingShoreBeginner
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Shore-access Sydney reef with sponge gardens, ledges, and a beginner-friendly profile.
About Henry Head
Henry Head is a Sydney coastal reef dive in Kamay Botany Bay National Park, where sponge gardens, ledges, overhangs, and swim-throughs create an easy-to-read structure dive close to the La Perouse headlands. The site works well from land-based access near the lighthouse or as a guided boat dive, with the main planning focus on swell, timing, and how clear the water is on the day.
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Research Estimate At Henry Head
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHeavily damaged
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Henry Head?
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Henry Head Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 26m
Depth Note
The reef starts in the low teens and drops into the mid-20s on the seaward side.
Typical Conditions
Coastal sponge-garden reef with ledges, overhangs, swim-throughs, and variable swell or current.
Safety & Access At Henry Head
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Plan for swell and drift, and keep a close eye on buoyancy through the ledges and swim-throughs.
Access Restrictions
Use the La Perouse and Henry Head access points and avoid the site when swell is pushing through the headland.
Legal Notes
Follow Kamay Botany Bay National Park access rules and any local boat-dive guidance.
Local Intel For Henry Head
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Reef dive with sponge gardens, ledges, overhangs, and swim-throughs on the Sydney headland.
Henry Head Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Henry Head
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Recent Logged Visits At Henry Head
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Henry Head
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
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Henry Head Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Henry Head Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.abyss.com.au · Operator
Sydney dive-operator page describing sponge gardens, land-based access points, and beginner-friendly diving.
www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au · Official
Official park page for Henry Head access and nearby La Perouse context.
www.sydneysubaquaclub.com · Community
Club dive report with depth, visibility, and drift details.
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