Best for beginner divers, 3-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Chilcot Islet in the Coral Sea provides a shallow reef and wall environment suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 3 to 10 metres with visibility typically between 15 and 30 metres. Divers can expect mild currents, though the location is exposed to the open ocean and conditions can change rapidly. Access is by boat only. The site is suitable for night diving. Due to the remote nature of this location, emergency services are limited and weather should be monitored closely before planning a dive.
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The best months to visit run from September through February, when conditions tend to be most favourable. Bring a macro lens or underwater magnifier if you have one, as the nudibranchs here are worth a close look.
Access is via liveaboard vessel only due to the remote location, approximately 200km or more from the mainland.
No known hazards
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
3-10m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
The site supports nudibranchs, schooling reef fish, marine turtles, and reef sharks.
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners due to the shallow depths of 3 to 10 metres and mild currents.
Diving depths at this site range from 3 to 10 metres.
Chilcot Islet is accessible by boat only.
The best months to visit are September, October, November, December, January, and February.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Chilcot Islet in Coral Sea Reefs. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
Chilcot Islet in Coral Sea Reefs typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Chilcot Islet in Coral Sea Reefs typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
