Board a fast dive charter from Dunsborough for two dives on the ex‑HMAS Swan, a 113m destroyer scuttled in 1997 that ranges 5–32m deep. Suitable for certified divers, the site offers interior wreck exploration and abundant temperate reef life.
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The morning light cuts across the Indian Ocean as the dive boat idles and the silhouette of a 113‑metre destroyer appears on the horizon — steel ribs dark against blue water. Boarding here means stepping into a purpose‑built underwater attraction: the ex‑HMAS Swan, scuttled off Dunsborough in 1997, now a vertical playground for two-tank divers.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate to fit: you should be comfortable with repeated descents, carrying rental gear, and managing buoyancy for wreck penetration.
Wildlife
History
The HMAS Swan (DE 50) was deliberately scuttled in 1997 off Dunsborough to create a permanent dive site and artificial reef, now popular for recreational wreck diving in the Southern Hemisphere.
Conservation
The site is managed to balance recreation and marine habitat; divers should avoid penetration beyond training, secure loose kit, and follow no‑take rules to protect reef life.
Reserve your spot on the Ex- HMAS Swan Wreck Double Boat Dive today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring your dive computer
Depths hit 32m; a dive computer helps manage no‑decompression limits and safe ascent profiles.
Check certification and logs
This is an unguided charter requiring minimum Open Water certification—bring proof and logbook pages for recent dives.
Prepare for boat conditions
Wear non‑slip shoes, secure gear, and plan for a potentially choppy ride; seasickness meds can make the day more comfortable.
Use a surface marker buoy (SMB)
Deploy an SMB on ascent to alert the boat and other vessels to your position, especially in changing winds.
Dive computer
Tracks depth, bottom time and ascent rates—critical for multi‑tank wreck dives.
Exposure protection (3mm–7mm wetsuit or equivalent)
Keeps you warm across variable South West WA temperatures and during surface intervals.
winter
Surface marker buoy (SMB)
Improves visibility to the boat on ascent and marks your position in wind or swell.
Reef‑safe sunscreen and hat
Protects your skin during surface intervals and reduces environmental impact.
summer