Busselton Jetty

Protected Area

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Busselton Jetty is one of those places that, on paper, sounds like a bit of a slog. A long walk with gear, shallow, not a "reef" in the traditional sense. But we love it precisely because it punches so far above its weight. Drop in from the easy platform entry, and you're immediately in a forest of pylons, each one a vertical garden of life. Visibility averages 11m, which is plenty for soaking in the sheer density of critters. Our favorite thing here is the endless discovery. We've spent hours just spiraling around a single pylon, finding snakehead cowries tucked into crevices, nudibranchs slowly munching on sponges, and then, suddenly, a school of yellowfin tuna flashes through the gaps between the timber. The light filtering down is beautiful, painting stripes across the sand. It’s perfect for macro photographers and divers who appreciate the subtle beauty of temperate waters. Go early to beat the crowds, and definitely bring a trolley for your tanks. You’ll be glad you did.