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How to Dive Malabar
Overview
Tucked away on Sydney’s southern coastline, Malabar is a calm and protected bay dive that’s great for beginners and relaxed macro hunting. With easy access, mild depths, and generally good visibility on calm days, it’s a favourite for instructors and photographers looking for a mellow coastal dive.
Entry & Access
Entry: Access is easiest from the boat ramp on the north side of the beach. Enter from the concrete ramp and descend gradually over the sandy bottom. Exit from the same point. Avoid the centre of the beach, it’s shallow with occasional surf wash.
Parking: Malabar boat ramp car park right beside the entry point is the most convenient option, offering easy gear setup and a short walk to the water. It fills up quickly on weekends, so early arrivals are best.
Hazards
While Malabar is usually calm, watch for occasional boat traffic near the ramp, low visibility after heavy rain due to runoff and minor surge along the northern wall during larger swells particularly with a direction of south east.
Pro Tip
Head out on an incoming tide for clearer water. Stay close to the northern wall and check under ledges for resting wobbiegongs. Tthey’re often right beside the ramp. It’s a great spot for slow, steady dives and close-up photography.
