

Best for beginner divers, 2-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Agincourt Reef is located at the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, featuring a series of ribbon reefs characterised by walls, pinnacles, and shallow reef tops starting at 2 metres. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 2 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site is suitable for beginners. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility typically between 15 and 30 metres. Thermoclines may occur, and water temperatures range from 25 to 29 degrees Celsius. Facilities available include showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Night diving is permitted at this location.
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June and September offer the best combination of visibility and wildlife, with June to September also being the window for minke and humpback whale encounters in these waters. Moderate currents can strengthen unexpectedly at depth, so stay close to your guide and don't push toward the 30 metre mark until you have a few shallower dives under your belt.
Operators run day trips from Port Douglas Marina, with a transit time of about 90 minutes by high-speed catamaran.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
300 min
Best Time
Jun, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should stay close to their guide and monitor their depth as currents can strengthen unexpectedly.
The site offers depths ranging from 2 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 65 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, both diving and snorkelling activities are supported at Agincourt Reef.
June and September offer the best combination of visibility and wildlife encounters.
Hazards include sharks and strong currents. Divers should hold on during boat entry and maintain a safe distance from any sharks encountered.
Diving at Agincourt Ribbon Reefs in Port Douglas requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Agincourt Ribbon Reefs in Port Douglas. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
Expect moderate currents at Agincourt Ribbon Reefs in Port Douglas. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Agincourt Ribbon Reefs in Port Douglas typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.