Two large Islands lie about 8 kilometers to the east of the Fortescue Bay boat ramp.

These small volcanic outcrops are very remote and exposed. Down at the 30-meter level the water is still, and this has allowed a massive array of invertebrate life to grow. Just about any part of the two islands are covered in anemones, sea whips, nudibranchs and sponges. Erosion on the seaward side of the Big Hippolyte has created a lot of swim-throughs that are packed with life. Also, on the northern side of the Big Hippolyte there is a small seal colony. Any dive on the rocks usually attracts the attention of these animals. Don’t be surprised to find a seal looking over your shoulder during the dive!

There is a nice garden of sea whips in 30 meters on the western side of the Little Hippolyte. Exposed to ocean currents the area often attracts school fish. and the visibility is usually excellent.

These factors make for some of the best diving in Tasmania and is always a TUDC Favorite!

ADVANCED OPEN WATER CERTIFICATION REQUIRED.
If you plan to go deeper than 30m then DEEP DIVER QUALIFIED REQUIRED.

Photo: David Keys

Meeting at Olinda Groove at 7am and launching from pirates bay boat ramp

With the nature of the location being exposed, a final decision will be made on the day and if need we will pick a different site, however the plan will still be to do a dive.

Anyone unwell must not attending club events.
Club dive gear to be washed with approve solution at the end of dive.
Hand sanitiser will be available at the dive.
Please maintain social distancing of 1.5m wherever possible during the event.