• ABOUT THE SPOT

Snorkeling in Point Peron, Perth, Western Australia Australia

Maximum Depth:
7m/23ft
Visibility:
5m/16.4ft-10m/32.8ft
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.

Point Peron is located in Rockingham, which is at about 47 km/29 mi in the south-west of Perth. Point Peron is a popular dive site amongst divers and snorkelers. It is an interesting spot with many swim throughs, a couple of large caves and some limestone reefs with an abundance of marine life. Snorkelers are able to see colorful nudibranchs, beautiful soft corals, sea anemones, octopus and sea stars. Furthermore, you can dive this site at any time of the year.

The spot is suitable for all snorkelers, as it is easy and shallow. The average depth here, is at 4 m/13.1 ft and the maximum is at 7 m/23 ft. In addition, visibility is medium and varies from 5 m/16.4 ft to 10 m/32.8 ft. Finally, it should be mentioned that it is usually crowded, so if you wish to avoid the crowds, you can dive early in the morning. Note: be careful  boat traffic.