

Best for intermediate divers, 12-26m, boat entry, moderate current.
Barracuda Pass is a reef site located at Agincourt Reef, Australia, offering depths between 12 and 26 metres. The topography features a pass where moderate currents are common, requiring intermediate skill levels for mid-water control. Divers should plan their visits around slack water to manage the flow. Visibility at the site ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Access is strictly by boat. Water temperatures fluctuate between 25C and 29C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of potential hazards, including strong currents and aggressive behaviour from Titan Triggerfish during their breeding season.
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Time your dive around slack water if possible, as the current through the pass can push hard and makes mid-water control demanding.
Access is via dive charter boats departing from Port Douglas, a journey of approximately 70km to the outer Agincourt Reefs.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-26m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site ranges from 12 to 26 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and the requirement for good mid-water control.
Barracuda Pass requires boat access.
The best months to dive are May, June, July, August, September, and October, which offer the most settled conditions and clearest visibility.
Diving at Barracuda Pass in Queensland requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Barracuda Pass in Queensland. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Barracuda Pass in Queensland are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Barracuda Pass in Queensland. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Barracuda Pass in Queensland typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.