

Best for intermediate divers, 3-16m, boat entry, strong current.
Manta Bommie is a reef site off Stradbroke Island, Australia, known for its role as a cleaning station for marine life. The site features depths between 3 and 16 metres, with an average of 15 metres. Due to strong currents and surge, dives are typically conducted as drift dives. Visibility ranges from 3 to 30 metres. Divers may encounter reef manta rays, zebra sharks, green sea turtles, spotted and ornate wobbegongs, spotted eagle rays, and various octopus species. Wrasses are very common, and pufferfish are also present. The site is suitable for intermediate divers comfortable with strong currents and potential free ascents. Access is exclusively by boat from Point Lookout.
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Time your dive around slack water if you can, as the current here can be genuinely challenging and will dictate where on the bommie you can comfortably hold position. November through May gives you the best overall conditions and the highest likelihood of manta ray activity.
The site is accessed via a boat trip, typically around 10 minutes from the dive centre at Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Island. Operators like Manta Lodge & Scuba Centre run regular trips.
Access is exclusively by boat from Point Lookout.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-16m
Visibility
3-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-27°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Divers can encounter reef manta rays, zebra sharks, green sea turtles, spotted and ornate wobbegongs, spotted eagle rays, common Sydney and day octopuses, marble rays, bottlenose wedgefish, Indian lionfish, leaf scorpionfish, wrasses, and pufferfish.
No, Manta Bommie is rated for intermediate divers. The site is prone to strong currents and surge, requiring divers to be comfortable with these conditions and potential free ascents.
The site depths range from 3 to 16 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Access to Manta Bommie is exclusively by boat from Point Lookout on Stradbroke Island.
The best months for diving are November, December, January, February, March, April, and May.
Primary hazards include strong currents, surge, boat traffic, and surf. Bull sharks are also seen in the area.
Diving at Manta Bommie in Dunwich requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Manta Bommie in Dunwich. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Manta Bommie in Dunwich. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 27°C.
Manta Bommie in Dunwich can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Manta Bommie in Dunwich typically ranges from 3 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.