Dive & Drive: Adelaide’s Ocean Secrets and City Beats

Dive Spots You Can’t Miss

South Australia has some excellent shore dives and reefs not far from Adelaide if you have diving gear or want to book a guided tour. Port Noarlunga Jetty and Reef are just about 40 minutes from the city centre. The reef is full of marine life like nudibranchs, pipefish, colourful crabs, and if you’re lucky maybe some small rays or Wobbegong sharks. On calm days visibility improves and even shallow wrecks become more visible. Another great spot is The Bluff near Victor Harbour. It’s gorgeous for underwater exploration with ledges and crevices and the chance to see leafy sea dragons, seahorses, sea lions and abundant macro life. If you want something closer you’ll love the Edithburgh Jetties and Rapid Bay old jetty with guided dives from local dive shops. Diving Adelaide, a PADI 5 star dive centre, runs frequent dives at these sites and has good gear and local experts who know where the best critters are hiding.

Why Renting a Car is a Game Changer

With a car you avoid dependencies on public transport schedules or tour group timings. You can chase low-light dives, plan early morning reef visits, then swing by a winery, beach or viewpoint without rushing. Also many diving sites, jetties, natural reserves are outside the city or up the coast. A car lets you carry your own dive gear, snacks, luggage and pull off to lookouts or hidden coastal roads. Before you pick a rental though make a few smart choices. Go for a car that handles both city streets and some rougher coastal roads. Clarify fuel policy. Check whether the rental includes insurance for coastal or remote dives. Ask about parking in surf or beach areas which can be limited. Most of all map out your dive days around tides and best visibility. Having flexibility makes each day more than just good – it becomes memorable.

Safe travels and here’s to miles of memories not miles of waiting! Remember it’s Your Journey Your Choice.