Tea House Reef South, inside the Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary, is the main snorkelling and dive site at Beaumaris on Port Phillip Bay. This shallow intertidal reef system drops to 5 metres and is accessed via the Beaumaris Yacht Club beach entry. The rocky reef platforms and sandy gutters harbour prolific fish life — regular sightings include snapper, flathead, octopus and stingrays. As a no-take marine sanctuary, the ecosystem thrives, making every snorkel rewarding. Best entered on a rising high tide for clearer water and easiest navigation over the shallow reef.
Tea House Reef South
IntermediateMAYBE
MAYBE
Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.2 mSwell Period 8.7 sWind Speed 4.7 knPrecipitation 40 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Shallow reef at low tide
At low tide the reef is very shallow, making entry/exit difficult and increasing risk of cuts from sharp rocks.
Moderate risk: Strong onshore winds
Southerly to north-westerly winds create rough white-water conditions making snorkelling dangerous. Check forecast before entering.
Low risk: Boat traffic
Adjacent to yacht club area; mind boat traffic and always tow a dive buoy with dive flag.
Low risk: Slippery reef rocks
The intertidal reef platform is extremely slippery when wet; risk of falls and injury when walking across.
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Entry
Located off Beach Road, Beaumaris, VIC 3193 (MELWAY 86 B8, Beach Marker B17). From the car park, walk onto the beach then head north in front of the Beaumaris Yacht Club to enter via the sandy area — do not walk over the reef.
Parking & facilities
Parking available at the Beaumaris Yacht Club car park off Beach Road. A parking ticket may be required (fee payable).
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Parking fees may apply at the Beaumaris Yacht Club car park; no entry fee for the marine sanctuary.
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