Busselton Jetty

Busselton Jetty

A 1.8 km jetty turned coral forest.

Open WaterAustralia
Depth
4–8 m
Visibility
5–15 m
Water
15–23 °C
Current
Mild
Best time
Dec – Apr
Signature life
Soft corals & sponges

The dive

Why dive Busselton Jetty

The longest timber-piled jetty in the southern hemisphere, at 1,841 m. Its pilings carry a colourful artificial reef in shallow, calm water, with an underwater observatory for non-divers.

Marine life

Soft corals & spongesNudibranchsCuttlefishSchooling fishBlue devils

Dive profile

ShoreMacroPhotography

When to go

Best time: Dec – Apr

Summer and early autumn bring the calmest, warmest water; winter storms reduce visibility.

Readiness

Who it suits

Open Water-level site — suits Open Water divers and up. Typical requirements:

Open Water

Not sure you're ready? Read our readiness guide or check yourself in the planner.

Logistics

Getting there & staying

Getting thereSelf-drive from Perth (~2.5 hrs). Drive from Perth to Busselton, about 2.5 hours, or fly to Busselton Margaret River Airport.
Where to stayCoastal town base. Busselton or the Margaret River region.
Operator to look forReviewed local operators running guided jetty dives and gear hire.

Sources

Further reading

Links checked 29 September 2026. They cover the site's location, protection status and background. Costs, difficulty and season windows are ScubaRogue's editorial estimates, so confirm them with your operator before you book. How we research

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