Udforsk Adelaide
Hovedstaden i South Australia, Adelaide, er kendt for at være et af de dejligste steder at bo i verden. Festivalstemningen betyder, at mange strømmer hertil i sommermånederne for at deltage i festlighederne - såvel som de kilometervis af uberørte, hvide strande. Men hvad få feriegæster og lokale ved, er, at der under havets bølger findes fremragende dykkermuligheder.
Der er masser af dykkercentre i Adelaide, både i bymidten og ud mod kysten på steder som Glenelg og Rapid Bay. Disse tilbyder de fleste dykkerkurser, helt op til divemaster- og instruktørkurser, og specialiserede centre tilbyder også tekniske dykkerkurser. Der er ingen dykkerresorts eller liveaboards, der opererer her, da alle dykkersteder er tæt på kysten.
Det er populært at dykke ved moler her, hvor man kan finde mange interessante kryb, der lurer i tangen, herunder den sjældne og smukke, løvrige sødrage. Der er også mange skibsvrag, der har mødt deres død på denne klippefyldte kyststrækning, og som nu giver fremragende dykkermuligheder. Disse inkluderer HMAS Hobart ud for kysten af Rapid Bay.
Top Adelaide Dive Sites
1. HMAS Hobart
This former missile destroyer was purpose-sunk in 2002 and lies between 8–30m deep. It's now an artificial reef teeming with life, including nudibranchs, boarfish, and schools of trevally. Best suited for advanced scuba divers, with multiple penetrable compartments like the bridge and engine rooms.
2. Noarlunga Reef
Ideal for training and beginners, this shallow reef (5–7m) features interpretive trail markers highlighting marine life. Expect blue devils, leatherjackets, and nudibranchs. Scuba and freediving are both possible. Caution: occasional strong currents and fishing lines.
3. Seawolf Wreck
Sitting at 20m, the Seawolf was scuttled in 2002 and has become a vibrant marine haven. While penetration is only for experienced wreck divers, the outer structures are suitable for all levels. Spot morwong, bullseyes, and the occasional ray among sponge-covered hulls.
4. Rapid Bay Jetty
A favourite for spotting the elusive weedy sea dragon, this twin-jetty site offers easy shore entry and shallow depths up to 10m. Popular with both scuba and freedivers, it's also home to bull rays, old wives, and colorful sponges. Great visibility and calm conditions.
5. Star of Greece Wreck
Resting off Port Willunga in just 6–8m of water, this 125-year-old wreck is a perfect shallow dive. It's ideal for novice divers looking to explore a historic site with schooling fish and sponge growth. Avoid during high swells due to exposed conditions.