SCUBA Haven is a full-service dive centre based in Port Macquarie that runs snorkelling and diving trips to the offshore reefs and marine sites of the Laurieton area on the Mid North Coast of NSW. Operating a 7.5-metre Orca boat with twin 115hp motors, the centre provides access to local gems including Cod Grounds Marine Park — a protected area known for its sponge gardens, kelp forests, and abundant fish life. The operation caters to both certified divers and snorkellers, making the rich temperate waters of this region accessible just minutes from shore.
SCUBA Haven / Laurieton
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Wave Height 0.4 mSwell Period 6.8 sWind Speed 11 knPrecipitation 0.1 mmTidal Phase slack
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Low risk: Strong ocean currents
Offshore reef sites can experience moderate to strong currents, particularly during tide changes.
Low risk: Kelp entanglement
Dense kelp forests in the area pose an entanglement risk for snorkellers and divers.
Low risk: Boat traffic
Some dive sites are accessed via boat and may have local vessel traffic nearby.
Low risk: Variable visibility
Water visibility can change quickly after rain or swell, dropping below 5 metres at times.
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The dive centre is based at 20 Merrigal Rd, Port Macquarie NSW 2444. The Laurieton dive sites are reached by boat from a nearby launch point, typically a short ride from shore. Contact SCUBA Haven for exact meeting times and launch location.
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Parking available on-site at 20 Merrigal Rd, Port Macquarie.
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Contact SCUBA Haven directly for current snorkel/dive trip pricing.
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