The Blowholes (Christmas Island)

Best time to dive

January to December

Certification & difficulty

Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - No - Parks Australia describes this as a lookout/viewing site, not a swimming or snorkeling destination (contrary to the original catalogued site type); other Christmas Island sites offer the excellent snorkeling/diving

Safety notes

Jagged rocks, forceful wave spray, powerful surge; 4WD required for access; vehicle track closed most mornings until 10:30am during crab migration and may close again in the afternoon at ranger discretion

Permits & fees

Located within Christmas Island National Park; no separate entry fee documented for this walk, but 4WD access and park visitor conditions apply

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Flying Fish Cove