Australia · Rowley Shoals

Clerke Reef

Best time to dive

August to October; October

What you might see

  • Dogtooth tunaLikely
  • Grey reef sharkLikely
  • Napoleon wrasseLikely
  • Potato codLikely
  • Sea turtleLikely

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 - calm lagoon offers excellent snorkeling

Safety notes

Extremely remote (multi-day liveaboard access only), powerful tidal currents, no emergency services nearby

Permits & fees

Rowley Shoals Marine Park (DBCA managed); access via licensed liveaboard operators only, book well in advance (limited annual diver numbers)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Broome (offshore)

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