

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Gorgonian Wall is a reef and wall site in Queensland, Australia, characterised by large sea fans covering its vertical face. The wall drops from 5 metres to 40 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. Visibility typically ranges between 30 and 40 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited to intermediate and advanced divers due to moderate, often strong currents and exposed conditions. Divers should be aware of deep water, sharp coral, and jellyfish, particularly from November to May. The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region. Protective suits are recommended for all dives.
-15.50110, 147.12050
Run your deep section early in the dive while your gas supply is full, then work your way up the wall to spend your safety stop time among the shallower gorgonians where the turtle activity tends to concentrate. May through October delivers the most consistent visibility and the best chance of hammerheads.
Access is only possible via multi-day liveaboard dive vessels departing from Cairns or Port Douglas. The reef is remote, located approximately 230 km northeast of Cairns in the Coral Sea, and cannot be visited on a day trip.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
30-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the tropical Queensland region.
No, Gorgonian Wall is suited to intermediate and advanced divers due to the depth, potential for strong currents, and exposed nature of the site.
The wall drops from 5 metres down to 40 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 67 kilometres from the shore.
The best months to dive Gorgonian Wall are May, June, July, August, September, and October.
Diving at Gorgonian Wall in Queensland requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Gorgonian Wall in Queensland. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
Expect moderate currents at Gorgonian Wall in Queensland. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Gorgonian Wall in Queensland typically ranges from 30 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.