Fleurieu Peninsula Dive sites
While the ex-HMAS Hobart alone is a good enough reason for many divers to visit, the region is also known for its other scuba diving attractions and we also run regular dive charters to these sites.
Rapid Bay Jetty
Generally regarded as one of Australia's best jetty dives, Rapid Bay Jetty is well known as one of the best spots for sighting the rare leafy seadragon and its slightly more common cousin, the weedy seadragon.
The 488m long jetty was constructed in 1940 as a limestone and dolomite loading terminal for BHP Steel Operators. It is protected from ocean swell by a small headland to the south (Rapid Head) so can often see 15 and 20 metre vis at slack tide.
As well as seadragons, large schools of old wives can also be found under the jetty along with a wide range of other fish life from tiny gobies to large strongfish. Truncate butterflies, magpie perch, goatfish, many wrasse species, colourful rainbow cale, pufferfish and globefish can all commonly be found. For those that take the time to look (and with a depth of 10m you should have plenty) there are also rarer finds, and an enormous variety of pylon life.
Rapid Head
Rapid head is a fairly shallow but colourful scuba dive where you are nearly always joined by playful fur seals, this is also a great spot for a snorkel after diving the ex HMAS Hobart or Rapid Bay jetty. Underwater you will find numerous wrasses, herring and rainbow cale, plus scalyfins, silverbellies, moonlighters, old wives, bullseyes and more, with the chance of finding seadragons or bluedevils. There is also a range of interesting invertebrate life including crays and many sea stars.
The surrounding coastline is quite spectacular, and as well as dive charters we also offer leisure cruises, where you can simply sit back and take in the view while enjoying complimentary finger food and soft drinks. Sunset cruises are especially popular and if you wish to soak up the sunset with a wine or two we are happy to serve any alcoholic drinks you bring on board.
Another popular scuba diving option are drift dives along the coast. We drop you off at one end and you can simply drift with the current to be picked up the other end. The coast features many coral bommies, outcrops and swim throughs, and even some caves, with plenty of fish and invertebrate life along the way.
AV Ulonga
The AV Ulonga was built as a paddle streamer in 1910 and converted to an auxillary ketch in 1949.She travelled regularly between Kangaroo Island and Port Adelaide carrying loads of Gypsum and other cargo, but sank in 40m of water in 1976. 
The crew were rescued but the boat and cargo lost.
Only relatively recently discovered, the resting place of the Ulonga makes a great dive for more advanced scuba divers. As a genuine wreck there are many points of interest still present, including a Chrysler valiant that has now slipped off the deck, and numerous crates of softdrink bottles. Damage is aparent on the starboard side of the bow, raising the question of whether the ship struck something prior to sinking. The mask is broken and lies accross the deck, but otherwise the wreck is intact.
The Ulonga lies facing South-West, her bow toward Kangaroo Island. Due to the maximum depth of 40m, Divers must be deep or CDAA qualified, and carry adequate air, including at least one redundant air source per buddy pair. Currents can be strong in the area, so we also require all scuba divers carry a safety sausage/SMB in case of being swept off the wreck.
Some sections of the wreck can be penetrated, but divers wishing to penetrate MUST be suitably qualified and equipped.
The wreck is home to large schools of snapper and bearded cod, as well as a range of other fish life and crays are also often found.
Other attractions
Scuba diving is not the only reason the visit the Fleurieu peninsula. Even if scuba diving is your main reason for visiting, there is plenty to keep you entertained during your surface intervals.
There are approximately 20 conservation parks dotted throughout the region offering plenty of hiking and opportunities to view the native wildlife. In particular, the spectacular Deep Creek Conservation Park offers many bush walking and sight seeing opportunities.
As well as scuba diving, there are plenty of coastal attractions in the region including protected beaches for swimming or just lazing on the sand, great snorkelling spots, and the chance to see Southern Right Whales in season.
The world-class golf courses at Lady Bay and Wirrina resort are located close to the main diving attractions, and other nearby outdoors activities include horse riding, cycling fishing, boating, and exploring a multitude of historic sites, nurseries, cottage gardens, and arts and crafts.
Fleurieu peninsula is also home to many wineries, over 60 in total including the 45 or so in the McLaren Vale wine growing region. Many offer cellar door tastings and sales.