When is the best time to dive Lighthouse Bommie (Lady Elliot)?

The typical diving season is January to December; May to July. Conditions vary year to year, so confirm locally before booking.

Australia · Southern GBR

Lighthouse Bommie (Lady Elliot)

Yes - snorkelling is viable here. Yes - shallow top depth (5m) makes it a prime snorkel site; mantas often visible from the surface

Also known as: Lighthouse Bombie

January to December; May to July

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

Open Water

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow top depth (5m) makes it a prime snorkel site; mantas often visible from the surface

Mild current, buoyancy control needed near mantas/cleaning stations, boat traffic

GBR Marine Park EMC applies via operator: $8.00 full-day / $4.00 part-day per diver

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Nearest hub: Lady Elliot Island

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