Australia · Townsville region

John Brewer Reef

Also known as: Coral Greenhouse site

Best time to dive

January to December; June to November

What you might see

  • Grey reef sharkLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow lagoon/reef-top areas and Ocean Sentinels installation support snorkel tours

Safety notes

Coral bleaching/climate stress history; weather/sea-state dependent access given offshore distance

Permits & fees

GBR Marine Park EMC ~AUD $8/full-day trip

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Townsville

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.