Tourist Rocks
Discover a hidden gem for divers in the pristine waters of Cheynes, City of Albany, Australia. This dive site may have a tricky shore entry, but the rewards are undoubtedly worth it! After a short 30-meter surface swim, you'll descend into crystal-clear waters adorned with magnificent coral formations.
Unleash your curiosity as you encounter a vibrant array of marine life, including bigeye, old wives, grouper, blue morwong (Queenie), Harlequin, dusky morwong, and an array of uniquely colored nudibranchs. The stunning beauty of these underwater creatures will leave you in awe.
While making your way down to the water, exercise caution along the narrow track, and beware of the uneven and slippery rocks during the entry. This dive site offers two exciting options for the price of one. Choose to explore the left or right side, each offering its own captivating features. Opting for the left side will treat you to an abundance of brain corals, fans, and an overall incredible dive experience.
Keep in mind that this site should be avoided when there is any swell running, ensuring your safety remains a top priority. With a maximum depth of 13 meters and a visibility of 12 meters, this dive spot is ideal for beginners seeking an enchanting underwater adventure.
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable exploration as you dive into the waters of Cheynes in Western Australia.
Unleash your curiosity as you encounter a vibrant array of marine life, including bigeye, old wives, grouper, blue morwong (Queenie), Harlequin, dusky morwong, and an array of uniquely colored nudibranchs. The stunning beauty of these underwater creatures will leave you in awe.
While making your way down to the water, exercise caution along the narrow track, and beware of the uneven and slippery rocks during the entry. This dive site offers two exciting options for the price of one. Choose to explore the left or right side, each offering its own captivating features. Opting for the left side will treat you to an abundance of brain corals, fans, and an overall incredible dive experience.
Keep in mind that this site should be avoided when there is any swell running, ensuring your safety remains a top priority. With a maximum depth of 13 meters and a visibility of 12 meters, this dive spot is ideal for beginners seeking an enchanting underwater adventure.
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable exploration as you dive into the waters of Cheynes in Western Australia.
Diving Conditions Score for Tourist Rocks
4.5
Below AverageChallenging conditions, for experienced divers only.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Tourist Rocks
Depth
13m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Tourist Rocks
Wave Height
1.84m
Wind Speed
8.5 m/s
Water Temp
18.6°C
Visibility
44.02km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
10.5s
Air Temperature
11.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Tourist Rocks
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Dive Score Chart for Tourist Rocks
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 5.483333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.96m, Wind 6.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 5.112699999999999/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Tourist Rocks: 06:00
Sunset at Tourist Rocks: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Tourist Rocks are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
14:00Score: 5.5/10
Waves: 1.96m (10.35s), Wind: 6.7 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 5.1/10
Waves: 1.76m, Wind: 8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Tourist RocksAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Tourist Rocks
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Tourist Rocks
Summer
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Tourist Rocks
July
Score: 8.6
June
Score: 8.4
August
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Tourist Rocks
Water Temp
17.3°C / 63.1°F
March
Visibility
11.7m / 38.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Tourist Rocks
Tourist Rocks follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (17.3°C) and October the coldest (10.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). February is usually the driest month with 0.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026
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