SOUTH AUSTRALIAN
Protected Area
Lundy
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - SOUTH AUSTRALIAN offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Down in Cornwall, the *South Australian* offers a proper dive into maritime history, sitting upright at 39 metres. She’s a big girl, 61 metres of wooden hull on iron frames, a fascinating sight that tells a story of a bygone era. We love the way she’s mostly intact; you can really get a feel for her scale as you navigate around the decks, though penetration is definitely for those with the right training and gear. Shoals of bib often hang around the deeper parts, and conger eels are usually tucked into the various nooks and crannies. It’s a dive for those comfortable with deeper wrecks and cooler water, ideal for a good long bottom time on nitrox.
Typical SOUTH AUSTRALIAN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (39m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SOUTH AUSTRALIAN
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SOUTH AUSTRALIAN, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
17°C
62°F · Range: 15.1–17.5°C
Air Temperature
13°C
56°F
Wind Speed
8.14 m/s
15.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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