The 10 Best Scuba & Snorkeling in New South Wales, Australia

April 28, 2022 Jana Sager

New South Wales (abbreviated as NSW) is a state on the east coast of Australia. It borders Queensland to the north, Victoria to the south, and South Australia to the west. Its coast borders the Tasman Sea to the east. The Australian Capital Territory is an enclave within the state. New South Wales' state capital is Sydney, which is also Australia's most populous city. In March 2017, the population of New South Wales was over 7.8 million, making it Australia's most populous state. Just under two-thirds of the state's population, 4.67 million, live in the Greater Sydney area. Inhabitants of New South Wales are referred to as New South Welshmen.
Restaurants in New South Wales

1. Imagine Cruises

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5.0 based on 524 reviews

Imagine Cruises

'Imagine Cruises' is an advanced Eco-Accredited company that is dedicated to the protection of Dolphins and Whales. 'Imagine' is a 54ft Sailing Catamaran, purpose-designed as a model for Eco-tourism and capable of both offshore and inshore cruising. She offers a covered foredeck, as well as a comfortable downstairs cabin and bar. Whenever possible, we will hoist the sails and share with you our passion for sailing! 'Envision' is a 40ft power cat, designed to move through the water quickly but safely and smoothly. She provides a 360° viewing platform which is perfect for the keen photographer!She is also capable of delivering guests directly onto the beach. 'Envision' is ideal for a relaxed, personalised and crowd-free experience. We offer four seasonal tours that all carry Advanced Ecotourism certification: Dolphin Watch + Sailing, Whale and Dolphin Watching, Dolphin Watch + Snorkeling and Seafood BBQ Dinner Cruise.

2. Abyss Scuba Diving

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5.0 based on 572 reviews

Abyss Scuba Diving

Australia offers world class scuba diving and diving in Sydney is unmatched by any large city. Abyss Scuba Diving is a 5 Star PADI Career Development Centre and Freediving centre that is located in the heart of some of Sydney's best dive sites. Abyss Scuba Diving offers beginner diver lessons, freediving, advanced diving training, career development training, and a range of Sydney based diving. Abyss Scuba Diving is the home of Sydney's most active dive club.

3. Sundive Byron Bay

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5.0 based on 650 reviews

Sundive Byron Bay

Welcome to Sundive Byron Bay located in Byron Bay, one of Australia's most popular travel destinations, Julian Rocks Marine Park is rated as one of the top five scuba diving locations in Australia. The mixing of tropical warm currents with cooler temperate waters makes the diving near Byron Bay unique. Due to its amazing diversity and abundance of fish life with over 1000 recorded species of tropical, temperate and pelagic fish, Julian Rocks has earned a reputation as being one of the most prolific fish dives in the world. Whales, Dolphins, Manta Rays, Leopard Sharks, the endangered Grey Nurse Shark and three species of Turtle are all common visitors to Julian Rocks. All the action is just 10 minutes from Byron Bay's main beach! Sundive is Byron Bay's only PADI 5 Star Dive Centre. Since it was established in 1988, Sundive has earned numerous PADI service awards and is internationally recognised as a centre of excellence in diver training.

4. Jetty Dive Centre

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5.0 based on 124 reviews

Jetty Dive Centre

Scuba Diving lessons and Charter Diving and Snorkelling trips to the Solitary Islands Marine Park. Whale Watching aboard Wildfin, a fast adventure boat, between June and October.

5. EcoTreasures

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5.0 based on 285 reviews

EcoTreasures

Discover some of Sydney's greatest natural treasures from majestical marine life to the intriguing wildlife that makes a trip into nature unforgettable. ECOTREASURES offer a variety of tours sure to cater to all tastes, showcasing Sydney's Northern Beaches and Sydney Harbour as well as the famous Blue Mountains west of Sydney. A day spent with ECOTREASURES will not only be fun and relaxing, the informative tours leave you with a better appreciation of Australia’s unique wildlife, culture and heritage.

6. Fish Rock Dive Centre

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5.0 based on 88 reviews

Fish Rock Dive Centre

Fish Rock Dive Centre is a 30 YEAR PADI 5 Star Gold Palm Resort, that means we provide travelling scuba divers with memorable diving experiences by providing professional and outstanding service.

7. South West Rocks Dive Centre

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5.0 based on 223 reviews

South West Rocks Dive Centre

The South West Rocks Dive Centre is a family owned and operated business leading dives to Fish Rock for the past 40+ years. Double dives to Fish Rock Cave and other exciting destinations in the South West Rocks area depart daily onboard our Three fast purpose built dive vessels. Our staff have had the pleasure of diving with many thousands of Australian divers and each day we are privileged to show case Fish Rock to divers travelling from all parts of the world. All our dive staff are qualified instructors or dive masters and the most experienced in the area, leading dives to Fish Rock and surrounding areas since 1980 when it was first established by Noel Hitchins.

8. Feet First Dive

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5.0 based on 80 reviews

Feet First Dive

SCUBA DIVE - SNORKEL - SPEARFISH Equipment HIRE, Sales, & Education Visit our team at Feet First Dive - Nelson Bay, where you'll receive internationally recognised diving instruction via the 3 largest recreational & technical diver training organisations in the world. Come & enjoy our BOAT &/or SHORE dives, & be a part of a friendly, fun & exciting experience. Also, join our FREE Social Club: “Pirate Dive Club” to take advantage of our FREE Monthly Guided dives & BBQs, & Pirate Dive Club discounts.

9. Dive Centre Manly

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5.0 based on 212 reviews

Dive Centre Manly

Dive Centre Manly is situated closest to Sydney's best dive sites. Being a multi-award winning PADI 5 Star Instructor training facility, we offer a complete range of dive courses from Discover Scuba to Instructor level and beyond - including Sydney's most talked about Learn to Dive course. Our fun and unique skilled based training programs, have continually produced better divers - when you finish a program with us, you will have gained the confidence and skills necessary to enjoy a lifetime of diving - we guarantee that you won't be able to wait to jump back in the water again. And learning to dive has never been easier - we have Learn to Dive programs starting up to 5 times a week and are taught by some of the most experienced dive staff in Australia including 1 PADI Course Director, Staff Instructors, Master Scuba Diver Trainers and Divemasters.

10. Watersports Guru

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5.0 based on 249 reviews

Watersports Guru

Look for the red tent at the Kingscliff Bridge on Cudgen Creek.

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