The Slide, Terrigal - Sydney & New South Wales

Diving the Straits of Tiran, it's those four reefs – Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas, and Gordon – that truly capture your attention. The Red Sea funnels through here, kicking up plenty of nutrients, and you feel that current. It can be a proper ride, sometimes, but that’s precisely why the big stuff shows up. We’ve seen bottlenose dolphins cruising through the blue, and on a really good day, a whale shark might just glide by. If you’re comfortable with a bit of drift and want to see some serious pelagics and schooling fish along dramatic walls, Tiran is a solid choice out of Sharm.

Location
Sydney & New South Wales, Australia, Australasia
Coordinates
-33.450600, 151.450100
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Bouddi

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Marine Life in Sydney & New South Wales

Home to 202 recorded species including 129 reef fish, 41 sharks & rays, 9 whales & dolphins, 5 other, 4 crabs & lobsters, 3 octopus & squid.

Notable Species

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical depth range for diving at The Slide, Terrigal?
The reef slope at The Slide, Terrigal starts with small boulders and rocks, reaching approximately 13 meters. Beyond this point, the reef drops more sharply to around 18 meters. While the site's maximum stated depth is 13m, divers can explore the deeper drop-off to 18m where magnificent sponge gardens are found.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can divers expect to see at The Slide, Terrigal?
Divers exploring The Slide, Terrigal can expect to encounter a reef slope composed of small boulders and rocks. The site is renowned for its magnificent sponge gardens, particularly along the sand line and deeper sections. Due to the abundant sponge growth, a prolific population of Nudibranchs thrives here, and you may also spot schools of Australian Salmon or Kingfish.
How challenging is The Slide, Terrigal, as a dive site, especially for shore entry?
The Slide, Terrigal is classified as an intermediate difficulty dive site. Divers should be comfortable with typical reef diving conditions and depths up to 18 meters to fully enjoy the site's features.
When is the best time of year or what are the ideal conditions to dive The Slide, Terrigal?
The provided data does not specify the best time of year or ideal conditions for diving at The Slide, Terrigal. For general information on optimal diving seasons, you might consult DivePlnr's When to Dive section.
What diving certifications are required to dive at The Slide, Terrigal?
The specific diving certifications required for The Slide, Terrigal are not detailed in the provided information. Given its intermediate difficulty and depths up to 18 meters, a minimum of an Open Water Diver certification is typically recommended for similar sites.
What are the typical current and visibility conditions like at The Slide, Terrigal?
At The Slide, Terrigal, divers can expect an average visibility of 7 meters. The provided data does not include specific information regarding typical current conditions at this dive site.