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Chinaman's Hat

Chinaman's Hat

Victoria, Australia

Depth
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8m

Visibility
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5m - 15m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Chinaman's Hat

Also known as "Seals Hat", this site is known for its Australian Fur Seals as they are in abundance here. Chinaman's Hat is an old channel marker,used to take refuge by people who got lost at sea. It started falling down as started being rebuilt. Seals decided to use it as a resting spot. The seals are very friendly and calm and usually copy the way you swim and do somersaults. The bottom is sandy.

Chinaman's Hat Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

8m

Visibility Range

5m 15m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Crabs
  • Wrasse
  • Seal
  • Boarfish
  • Snappers
  • Leather Jackets
  • Cuttlefish
Weather Conditions

Water Temperature
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