Bob's Bommie

Best time to dive

June to November

What you might see

• BarracudaLikely
• Eagle rayPossible
• Grey reef sharkLikely
• Napoleon wrasseLikely
• NudibranchLikely
• Sea turtlePossible

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

Certification & difficulty

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

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow top of the bommie is snorkel-friendly in calm conditions

Safety notes

Stay close to the bommie structure to avoid disorientation in current; no touching/standing on coral; standard GBR marine park no-take, no-anchor rules apply

Permits & fees

GBR EMC: AU$8.00/full-day visitor, AU$4.00/part-day (unchanged for year commencing 1 April 2025 per GBRMPA), almost always bundled into trip price

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Cairns