Excellent dives can also be found near Broome, the Rawley Shoals and around Esperence, Cape Naturaliste and Albany but be warned, the water is colder in the south. Many of the World War 2 wrecks are still remarkably intact and are covered with some of the most brilliant soft corals in existence and surrounded by a kaleidoscope of colourful fish. Weekly live aboard packages are available all year on the SS Thorfin. This is a spacious, fully equipped vessel with rooms with private facilities. They offer 5 dives a day in a maximum group size of 6 plus an experienced guide.
Shorter trips are also available.
The underwater life of Galapagos is almost as fascinating as the above water wildlife due to the conjunction of warm and cold currents. There are sharks, sea lions sting rays as well as schools of angel fish, amberjacks etc. A typical itinerary is 2 dives a day plus some night dives and excursions to the islands. The best time of the year to dive is between November and April or July and August. It is important to note that due to strong currents it is only suitable for experienced divers.