Dive & Snorkel

As a diver or snorkeller, you will need to complete a dive waiver. The Jetty is 1.8km long and the walk takes approximately 25 minutes each way. Each $4 ticket is valid all day and can be purchased at the Interpretive Centre window at the base of the Jetty. Outside of the Interpretive Centre’s opening hours, admission is free.

Dive gear transport

Dive gear is heavy, and the Jetty is long. We recommend bringing a trolley with you to transport your dive gear or hire trolleys are available from the Interpretive Centre. 

Busselton Jetty Train Policy for Divers

Due to train safety regulations, diving gear, fishing gear and large luggage are unable to be taken on board the train or into the Underwater Observatory.

Wet divers/swimmers/snorkellers

To avoid causing a slip hazard, divers, swimmers, and snorkellers must dry off before entering the Underwater Observatory or Interpretive Centre. Wet divers, snorkellers or swimmers will not be permitted to board the train.

Underwater Observatory Exclusion Zone and Marine Sanctuary

There are various marine reserves around the end of Busselton Jetty managed by the City of Busselton, Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions and Department of Primary Industry and Regional Development. These managed areas are collectively known as the Busselton Jetty Sanctuary.

The Sanctuary includes all waters bounded by a line commencing at the intersection of 33° 37.723′ south latitude and 115° 20.328′ east longitude; thence extending southerly along the geodesic to the intersection of 33° 37.819′ south latitude and 115° 20.357′ east longitude; thence extending westerly along the geodesic to the intersection of 33° 37.834′ south latitude and 115° 20.287′ east longitude; thence extending northerly along the geodesic to the intersection of x33° 37.738′ south latitude and 115° 20.258′ east longitude; thence extending easterly along the geodesic to the commencement point.

SCUBA diving is an allowable activity within the sanctuary area; however, all forms of fishing/collection are prohibited. An exclusion area of 20 metres surrounds the Underwater Observatory. Visually, this can be adhered to by swimming on the ocean side of the ‘west side anchor’ and keeping at least 2 rows of jetty piles from the underwater building. Please observe the Exclusion Zone signage.

Spear fishing at Busselton Jetty site

Spearfishing is prohibited across the entire Busselton Jetty site.

Shared platform and ladders

Busselton Jetty is a shared use facility. Along the length of the jetty numerous ladders and platforms are shared by swimmers, fishers, snorkellers and divers. The furthest platform along Busselton Jetty is accessible by ramp along the western edge and is highly popular among all Jetty users. Priority access is provided for patrons requiring wheelchair access.

Those on a Busselton snorkel or dive have public access to enter or exit the water from this platform – however, trolleys and gear must be stored away from the entry or exit points to allow for safe access in and out of the water.

Guided Dive & Snorkel Tours

For all guided Dive & Snorkel tours of the Underwater Sculpture Park, please speak with our friends at Swan Dive Busselton & Dunsborough as they have tours daily.