Australia · Townsville region
Coral Greenhouse (MOUA)
Also known as: Museum of Underwater Art
Best time to dive
January to December; June to November
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Partial - shallower nearby MOUA installation 'Ocean Sentinels' is snorkel-accessible; Coral Greenhouse itself (12-16m) is scuba-only depth
Safety notes
2016 coral bleaching event documented at John Brewer Reef broadly; strict no-touch policy to protect art/coral
Permits & fees
GBR Marine Park EMC ~AUD $8/full-day trip
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Townsville
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.