

Caves is a beginner-friendly boat dive off Western Australia that explores sheltered cave formations between 5 and 20 metres. Visibility runs 5 to 15 metres, giving you plenty of time to get your bearings inside the caves. Current is mild, though watch for surge near the cave entrances and be careful around sharp coral. The site rewards patient divers with western blue devil fish, harlequin fish, and dhufish tucked into rocky recesses. Australian sea lions pass through occasionally, and if you slow down and look closely, you will find nudibranchs, western rock lobster, port jackson sharks resting on the bottom, and the striking soft gingerbread hem star.
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May and September are the sweet spot for this site, when conditions tend to settle and marine life activity picks up. Check for jellyfish on the surface before entering, as they can concentrate around the cave mouths.
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Beware of surge pushing you into cave walls. Shuffle your feet when entering and exiting shallows to avoid sharp coral and rocks. Keep an eye out for jellyfish and avoid touching them.
Depth
5-20m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Sep
Yes, Caves in Western Australia is a boat-access-only dive site. You will need to book with a local dive operator or charter a boat to reach it.
Yes, parking is available near Caves. Arrive early during peak seasons as spaces can fill up quickly.
Caves in Western Australia is well-suited for beginner divers and snorkellers. Conditions are typically calm with easy entry and shallow depths.
Diving at Caves in Western Australia requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Caves in Western Australia. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Caves in Western Australia is home to Western Blue Devil, Australian Sea Lion, Western Rock Lobster, Harlequin Fish, Nudibranch, and Dhufish. Marine life sightings vary by season and conditions.
The best months to visit Caves in Western Australia are May and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Caves in Western Australia has depths ranging from 5 metres to 20 metres.
Yes, night diving is available at Caves in Western Australia. Night dives often reveal different marine life including nocturnal creatures. Always dive with proper lighting and a buddy.
Divers at Caves in Western Australia should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Caves in Western Australia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Caves in Western Australia typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.