The Port Stephens region in New South Wales is known for its exceptional shore diving opportunities catering to divers of all skill levels. Popular diving spots in the area include Fly Point, Nelson Bay, which is teeming with fish, coral, and nudibranchs, making it ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving. Broughton Island offers a unique 'Looking Glass' dive through a rock crack, providing divers with the chance to encounter grey nurse sharks. Cabbage Tree Island, situated outside the 'bar,' serves as a sheltered diving alternative if boats are not heading to Broughton Island.
For those looking to learn or enhance their scuba diving skills, Feet First Dive in Nelson Bay stands out as the area's sole five-star SDI Training Facility. Their team of experienced diving instructors offers a comprehensive range of training courses suitable for divers at all levels, from novices to professionals. Diving in Nelson Bay and the Port Stephens Great Lakes is a year-round activity, with optimal visibility and minimal currents during slack water. The area's Marine Park status ensures protection from harmful activities such as fishing, allowing divers to swim alongside marine life like turtles, dolphins, and occasionally humpback whales.