

Best for intermediate divers, 5-15m, boat entry, moderate current.
Facing Island in Gladstone Harbour offers a mix of reef and wreck diving at depths between 5 and 15 metres. This site is suited to intermediate divers due to moderate currents and exposure to open ocean conditions. The reef structure features hard and soft corals, including black coral trees. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including jellyfish, sharp coral, and strong currents, particularly on the exposed eastern side. Visibility is generally around 15 metres. The site is accessible only by boat, located 12 kilometres from the shore. Marine life in this habitat includes various reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
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The site dives best from May through October when conditions tend to settle and visibility improves. Check the current before descending and plan to work shallower sections on your return leg when your air is lower.
The site is on the ocean side of Facing Island and is accessible by boat. Curtis Ferry Services provide passenger and vehicle services to Facing Island from Gladstone, or a private vessel can be used.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-28°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The reef habitat supports a variety of regional reef fish and invertebrates, including hard and soft corals.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and exposure to open ocean conditions.
The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 13 metres.
This is a boat dive located 12 kilometres from the shore; a boat is required to access the site.
Snorkelling is not recommended at this site, with a rating of 1 out of 5.
The site is best dived between May and October when conditions are more settled and visibility improves.
Diving at Facing Island in Central Queensland requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Facing Island in Central Queensland. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 28°C.
Divers at Facing Island in Central Queensland should be aware of jellyfish. 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 Facing Island in Central Queensland. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Facing Island in Central Queensland typically ranges from 15 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.