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The Tyre Reefs

The Tyre Reefs

Southern Australia, Australia

Depth
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20m

Visibility
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5m - 15m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

The Tyre Reefs

Southern Australia, Australia

The Tyre Reefs
Depth
Depth Icon

20m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

5m - 15m

Entry
Boat Entry Icon

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About The Tyre Reefs

This site spawned itself from the growing fish population attracted to the tyre reefs off Adelaide's coast in 1983 which were in aid of fish breeding. Popular among divers who often set down in its 18m of water to view the abundance of fish life.

The Tyre Reefs Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

20m

Visibility Range

5m 15m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 47%

O2

12% at 18m / 36%

O2
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Marine Life

  • Blue Devils
  • Bullseyes
  • Cuttle Fish
  • Leather Jackets
  • None
  • Old Wives
  • Whiting
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