Australia · Ribbon Reef #5

Clam Gardens (Ribbon)

Best time to dive

June to November

What you might see

  • BarracudaLikely
  • Flamboyant cuttlefishLikely
  • Moray eelLikely
  • Napoleon wrasseLikely
  • NudibranchLikely

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

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow clam bommies suit snorkelers

Safety notes

Minimal - shallow, sheltered site; standard reef marine-life caution

Permits & fees

GBRMPA Environmental Management Charge, approx AUD 5-8/person/day

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Lizard Island

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