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Ile Des Phoque
Boat-access island dive with seals, sea caves, and cold water.
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Local operator required
Boat-only access and weather sensitivity make a local operator the practical choice.
Triabunna boat run to a seal colony and cave island; best in calm weather with cold-water gear and respectful wildlife distance.
About Ile Des Phoque
Ile Des Phoque is a boat-access island dive off Maria Island where Australian fur seals haul out on the southwest side of the island. The draw is the close seal interaction, sea caves, and granite island scenery rather than coral or reef life. Plan it as a weather-sensitive cold-water day from Triabunna, with a local operator and strict respect for the nature reserve.
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Research Estimate At Ile Des Phoque
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHeavily damaged
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Ile Des Phoque?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Ile Des Phoque Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 21m
Depth Note
The seal colony is described on the southwest side to about 21m.
Best Season
October to May
Typical Conditions
Cold-water boat site with seal colony and sea caves; swell and weather are the main planning variables.
Safety & Access At Ile Des Phoque
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Cold waterOverhead environmentRestricted accessWaves
Safety Notes
Use cold-water gear, stay aware of swell around caves, and keep seal interactions calm.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access; landing on the island is prohibited and weather can change the plan.
Legal Notes
Nature reserve rules apply; do not land and keep distance from the seals.
Local Intel For Ile Des Phoque
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as a guided cold-water wildlife dive, with seals, cave scenery, and controlled boat timing.
Freediving
Possible on calm, guided outings, but the site is mainly a boat-supported wildlife site rather than a technical freedive target.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling can work on calm days, but it is secondary to the boat-based wildlife experience.
Wildlife at Ile Des Phoque
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Ile Des Phoque
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Ile Des Phoque
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