Snorkelling Chain Bay to Acheron Ledge – Maloneys Beach

Snorkel from the calm and shallow beach to the left toward the rocks. Not far from shore you will find amazing rocky formations with plenty of nooks and crannies where sea creatures hide. Take the time to explore and spot abundant fish life in small groups and larger schools, rays, starfish and shell fish. Keep your eyes peeled for abalone and crayfish – hard to spot but great to eat (note that a fishing licence is required and bag limits and size restrictions apply).

How to get there: Head North from Batemans Bay eight kilometres on the Princes Highway. Turn right into Cullendulla Drive, Northcove Road to Maloneys Beach and onto Chain Bay. There is a sandy track down to the beach car park and a basic boat ramp.