Raziščite Rockingham
Le kratek izlet iz Pertha, glavnega mesta Zahodne Avstralije, leži Rockingham s čudovitimi plažami in apnenčastimi klifi. Velik del obale ponuja veliko različnih potapljaških lokacij, s številnimi razbitinami in bujnimi grebeni, ki jih je mogoče raziskati, medtem ko lahko z obale pogosto opazimo delfine velike pliskavke. Potapljanje v Rockinghamu je dostopno vsem, od razbitin za začetnike na peščenih plitvinah na globini le 15 metrov do jam, vklesanih v apnenec na globini 26 metrov.
Potapljanje v Rockinghamu je možno v dveh potapljaških centrih v okolici ali v potapljaških centrih v Perthu. Potapljaška letovišča v okolici niso pogosta, če pa nameravate raziskati več Zahodne Avstralije, se lahko odpravite na izlet s krmarjenjem po morju, ki vam bo pomagalo odkriti še več neverjetnih potapljanja v Zahodni Avstraliji.
Top Rockingham Dive Sites
1. Bell Park Wreck Trail
This easy-to-navigate 18m dive trail includes four boats and two aircraft wrecks, all linked by guide ropes. Ideal for beginner to intermediate scuba divers. Expect to see batfish, stingrays, and nudibranchs among the wreckage.
2. North Point, Rottnest Island
Advanced scuba divers can explore vibrant reef walls, tunnels, and caves. Look out for resting wobbegong sharks and schooling reef fish. The varied topography makes this an exciting adventure for experienced divers.
3. Shark Cave, Rottnest Island
This site offers intermediate-level diving at depths up to 20m. Divers can explore small caves while observing grey nurse sharks, especially during summer. The site is rich in marine life and dramatic rock features.
4. HMAS Swan (Dunsborough)
Accessible by boat, this 113m wreck sits between 18–30m. Technical and advanced divers can penetrate large cutouts to explore cabins and deck areas. Common sightings include bullseyes, batfish, and the occasional grouper.
5. HMAS Perth (Albany)
This 133m-long wreck lies in 35m of water and is suited for advanced and technical scuba divers. A guided trail leads to key features such as the control tower and main gun. The structure teems with marine life and offers excellent photo ops.