

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Dungeons and Dragons is a remote offshore reef located 230 km northeast of Cairns. This site features a complex topography of reefs, caves, and caverns with depths ranging from 5 to 40 metres, averaging 25 metres. Divers encounter moderate currents that can become strong, and the area is exposed to choppy surface conditions. Visibility typically spans 20 to 40 metres. Due to the deep walls and remote location, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Access is exclusively via liveaboard dive boats departing from Cairns. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including decompression, nitrogen narcosis, and sharp coral, and must deploy a DSMB before surfacing.
-15.49500, 147.09500
September through December brings the most reliable shark and pelagic activity, so plan your trip around those months if that's your priority. Deploy your DSMB well before surfacing as boat traffic above can be busy.
The site is remote and only accessible via liveaboard dive boats, typically departing from Cairns. It is approximately 230 km northeast of Cairns in the Coral Sea.
The site is remote and only accessible via liveaboard dive boats, typically departing from Cairns. It is approximately 230 km northeast of Cairns in the Coral Sea.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
The site ranges from 5 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the deep walls, potential for strong currents, and remote location.
Dungeons and Dragons is a remote site accessible only by liveaboard dive boats, which typically depart from Cairns.
The best months to dive this site are September, October, November, and December.
Diving at Dungeons And Dragons in Cairns requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Dungeons And Dragons in Cairns. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Dungeons And Dragons in Cairns are September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Dungeons And Dragons in Cairns should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Dungeons And Dragons in Cairns. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Dungeons And Dragons in Cairns typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.