DIVE LOG JUNE 2025 issue 412

Swim with the Giants: Snorkel with Australian Cuttlefish at CuttleFest 2025

Carl’s cuttles are fearless

text and photos by Carl Charter

Get ready to dive into one of the world’s most extraordinary marine spectacles at CuttleFest 2025 , where thousands of Giant Australian Cuttlefish gather in the shallow waters of Stony Point , near Whyalla, in the newly National Heritage–listed Cuttlefish Coast Sanctuary Zone . Held in the heart of South Australia’s Upper Spencer Gulf Marine Park , this unforgettable snorkelling experience is led by Experiencing Marine Sanctuaries Inc. (EMS) , alongside accredited volunteer snorkel guides and National Parks and Wildlife Service SA marine rangers.

From 5–20 July 2025 , you’ll have the rare chance to witness the world’s largest cuttlefish aggregation — a dazzling underwater display of colour, camouflage, and courtship behaviour. These intelligent creatures put on a show like no other as they change colours and textures in real-time to communicate and compete for mates. Each 45-minute snorkel tour includes a full safety briefing and is ideal for confident swimmers aged 5 and over . You’ll be

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Dive Log Australasia #412 June ‘25

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