Dive-site story
Martin Island sits within the Five Islands chain off the coast of Port Kembla, Wollongong. Rocky gutters, kelp-covered boulders, and overhangs define the underwater terrain. The island hosts a resident fur seal colony, making interactive passes in the shallows a frequent highlight during dives along the sheltered lee side.
Interactions with resident fur seals darting through kelp forests
Rocky gutters frequented by resting wobbegongs and Port Jackson sharks
Crevices shelter bullseyes, nudibranchs, and large cuttlefish
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late summer through autumn offers the warmest water, while winter brings cleaner oceanic visibility despite cooler temperatures.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Fur SealArctocephalus pusillus doriferus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Eastern Blue GroperAchoerodus viridis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted WobbegongOrectolobus maculatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Port Jackson SharkHeterodontus portusjacksoni | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Grey Nurse SharkCarcharias taurus | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
