

Best for advanced divers, 8-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Flora Reef in the Cairns Region offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring wall, cave, and reef formations. Divers can explore depths ranging from 8 to 40 metres, with visibility typically between 30 and 50 metres. The site requires boat access and is suited for advanced divers due to the overhead cave environments and depth profiles. Currents are generally mild, though conditions at depth may vary from the surface. Divers should be cautious of sharp coral and rocks during entry and remain aware of potential entanglement hazards within the cave structures. A torch is recommended for navigating the cave sections.
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Carry a torch regardless of the visibility conditions outside the cave sections, and confirm current forecasts with your operator before the dive, as conditions at depth can differ markedly from the surface.
Access to this site is by boat only.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-40m
Visibility
30-50m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-29°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site features depths ranging from 8 to 40 metres.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the presence of cave environments and significant depth.
Access to this site is by boat only.
Hazards include sharp coral and rocks near the entry point, as well as potential entanglement risks within the cave and reef structures.
The site is primarily designed for diving, particularly given the depth and overhead cave environments.
Diving at Flora Reef in Queensland requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Flora Reef in Queensland. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Flora Reef in Queensland are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Flora Reef in Queensland typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Flora Reef in Queensland typically ranges from 30 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.