Desoto Inlet - Sydney & New South Wales

I Comprida’s Face Norte is often our first pick when the wind whips up elsewhere in Arraial do Cabo. It’s wonderfully sheltered here, even when the rest of the coast is getting churned up. We love dropping onto the sandy slope, which bottoms out gently between 9 and 12 metres. That shallower depth, coupled with average visibility around 8 metres, makes it incredibly relaxed. Keep an eye out for the smaller stuff hugging the sand. We’ve had great luck spotting Channel Flounder, their flat bodies almost invisible against the bottom, and the occasional Spiny Butterfly Ray gliding past. It's a fantastic place to spend time looking for seahorses, tucked into the sparse seagrass. When the water’s particularly clear, we've seen turtles and even Bonnethead Sharks cruising the fringes. Schools of Dog-Eye and Cocorocas often fill the mid-water, a shimmering wall of silver. It’s not the dramatic big stuff, but the calm, consistent activity makes it a winner. This site is perfect for newer divers, or anyone who just wants a peaceful, unhurried dive without fighting the elements.

Location

Sydney & New South Wales, Australia, Australasia

Coordinates

-33.160800, 151.634800

Marine Protected Area: Bird Island