Dive-site story
Located off the coast of New South Wales within the Solitary Islands Marine Park, Fish Soup sits at the edge of North Solitary Island where shifting currents draw massive schools of fish. The site features a mix of rocky gutters, boulder fields, and coral-encrusted ledges where tropical species carried south by the East Australian Current mingle with temperate marine fauna.
Dense aggregations of pelagic fish and baitfish swirling through rocky channels
Regular encounters with resident grey nurse sharks resting along sandy gutters
Vibrant mix of tropical hard corals, sub-tropical sponges, and sea whips
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Warmer East Australian Current water brings peak visibility and tropical pelagics during summer and autumn, while winter offers prime conditions for grey nurse shark sightings.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grey nurse sharkCarcharias taurus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowtail kingfishSeriola lalandi | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted wobbegongOrectolobus maculatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bigeye trevallyCaranx sexfasciatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Manta rayMobula alfredi | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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