Ewens Ponds
Ningaloo Reef · Australia
Ewens Ponds offers a unique freshwater diving experience in South Australia. Known for its exceptional clarity and abundant aquatic plant life, divers can explore a series of three main ponds connected by shallow, flowing channels. The site features intricate limestone formations and a diverse array of freshwater species. Its crystal clear waters provide excellent visibility.
Conditions
Depth
1 to 10 m
Good for beginners
Current
Usually still
Can pick up on the edge
Visibility
20 to 40 m
Clearest in the calm season
Water
13 to 20°C
Drysuit recommended
Month by month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water (°C) | 17 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 |
| Vis (m) | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| Current | Still | Still | Still | Still | Still | Still | Still | Still | Still | Still | Still | Still |
Your chances of seeing each animal
Short-finned eel
Last confirmed Apr 15, 2026 · 130 records
Almost always
Nearly every dive
Superb Fairywren
Last confirmed Jul 1, 2026 · 33 records
Very likely
Most dives
New Holland Honeyeater
Last confirmed Jul 8, 2026 · 30 records
Very likely
Most dives
Eurasian Blackbird
Last confirmed May 11, 2026 · 19 records
Very likely
Most dives
Australian Magpie
Last confirmed Jun 30, 2026 · 26 records
Very likely
Most dives
Australasian Swamphen
Last confirmed Jun 25, 2026 · 26 records
Very likely
Most dives
Freshwater crayfish
Expected
Known here, not yet in recent logs
Galaxias fish
Expected
Known here, not yet in recent logs
Gear