

Best for intermediate divers, 20-65m, boat entry, mild current.
Bowl Reef is a wall and reef site located in the Townsville Outer Reefs. The topography features a significant drop-off, with depths ranging from 20 to 65 metres. Divers experience mild currents, making navigation along the reef structure comfortable. Visibility varies between 10 and 60 metres, requiring careful monitoring of depth gauges to remain within recreational limits. Access to this site is exclusively by boat. Due to the significant depth, this site is best suited for intermediate divers who can manage their buoyancy and depth profiles effectively. Ensure all gear is secured before the boat moves to the site.
-18.50040, 147.53808
As a beginner, agree a maximum depth with your dive guide before entering the water, as the wall drops well beyond recreational limits and it is easy to lose track of depth when visibility is this good.
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Depth
20-65m
Visibility
10-60m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
The site ranges from 20 metres to 65 metres in depth.
The site is rated for intermediate divers. Beginners should agree on a maximum depth with their dive guide before entering the water to avoid exceeding recreational limits.
Access to this site is by boat only. Ensure your gear is secure before the boat moves.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 20 metres, which is generally beyond the scope of recreational snorkelling.
Currents are mild, and visibility typically ranges from 10 to 60 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 24C and 28C.
Diving at Bowl Reef in Townsville requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Bowl Reef in Townsville. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.