Grey Nurse Sharks
No Baiting, No Cage
Private Charters Available
Bushrangers Bay is one of NSW's most special dive sites — a protected marine reserve known for resident grey nurse sharks, Port Jackson and wobbegong sharks, giant cuttlefish, and clear visibility. A day trip for Open Water certified divers and above, with two guided shore dives and transportation included.
Trip Details
We keep our groups small so everyone gets a relaxed, unhurried dive.
We meet at Dive Centre Bondi at 6:30am to organise equipment, then depart together to Shellharbour.
After two guided shore dives, the day usually finishes around 4pm.
We run a strict no-baiting, no-cage policy — a respectful, authentic experience with these animals in open water.
This site is famous for grey nurse shark sightings, and a dive here without one would be considered extremely rare.
That said, we're visiting wild animals in their natural environment — sightings are never guaranteed.
Either way, you'll enjoy an incredible, immersive dive in the protected, biodiverse waters of the Bushrangers Bay Aquatic Reserve.
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Meet
6:30 am
Meet at Dive Centre Bondi for equipment gathering.
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Travel
South of Sydney
Drive down from Bondi to Bushrangers Bay (Bass Point, Shellharbour). Around 1.5-2 hours.
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2 Dives
40-60 minutes
2 shark dives up to 60 minutes with a break in between.
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Want to do a shore dive closer to Sydney? Join our Guided Shore Dive. If you're after a more advanced and longer dive, join our Advanced Shore Dives.
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Equipment
Transportation and a full set of equipment is included in the price. $245 if you have a full set of equipment including tanks and weights.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about our courses, scheduling, prerequisites, and gear.
How do I book a dive?
Pick a date on the booking widget, complete the form, and you'll receive a confirmation email.
What's included in the price?
Everything is included in the price. From rental equipment to transportation.
Do I need certification?
Yes — all our dives require Open Water (or higher) certification. Bring your card and logbook on the day.
What if conditions aren't safe?
We monitor conditions daily. If the dive can't go ahead safely, we'll reschedule at no cost.
What if I need to reschedule?
Rescheduling is free as long as it's more than 72 hours before your dive. Inside 72 hours there's a $50 transfer fee.
Can a friend or partner join for the day if they're not diving?
Yes — they're welcome to join the trip for a transport fee, as long as there's a seat available in the vehicle. Give us a call ahead of the trip so we can arrange it.
Are the sharks dangerous?
Not at all. These are grey nurse sharks — they look imposing, but they're slow-moving, docile and completely harmless to divers. They feed on small fish and have no interest in people. Divers have been swimming alongside them here for decades, and seeing one up close is the reason most people book this trip.
I want to do this privately, or with just my friends — can that be done?
Yes! We run private dives and tours for individuals and groups when the scheduled dates don't line up with your availability. Get in touch and we'll arrange one for you.
Where will we dive?
This depends on the conditions on the day. We always pick the best and safest site for the swell, wind and visibility at the time, and we'll confirm where we're heading on the morning.
Where should we park?
Ocean Street North is your best bet — free parking all day, a short walk from the dive centre. From there you can either come with us to the dive site or take your own car.
Can I use my own vehicle?
Definitely. Meet us at the dive centre to get fitted for your equipment — we'll transport it to the site and back for you. If you drive yourself you can head off straight from the dive site instead of coming back to the centre for the clean-up.
Should I come earlier to try on the equipment?
No need. The start time is the time we want you at the dive centre — fitting your equipment is already built into it.
I don't have a dive buddy — is that okay?
Absolutely. We'll pair you with another diver in the group or with the instructor running the session. Coming on your own is completely normal here.
I don't have any equipment — can I still join?
Yes. We have a big range of scuba equipment available for you to use.