

Best for beginner divers, 14-22m, boat entry, mild current.
Nurse Rock is a reef and cave system located 5000 metres off the coast of Mooloolaba. The site features depths ranging from 14 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers typically experience mild currents and visibility between 7 and 20 metres. The topography consists of reef and cave structures that provide shelter for various marine life. This site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. Boat access is required to reach the location. Facilities including parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours are available at the boat entry point.
-26.65000, 153.15730
Go early in the morning when visibility tends to sit at the better end of the range. All the key facilities are available at the boat entry point, so a full day trip is easy to plan without needing to bring much beyond your own gear.
The site is located 5000 metres off the coast of Mooloolaba and requires a 15 minute boat ride from the Mooloolaba River system.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-22m
Visibility
7-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers regularly encounter grey nurse sharks, moray eels, cod, crayfish, wobbegongs, and schools of bait fish.
Yes, Nurse Rock is considered a manageable site for beginners due to the mild current.
The site ranges from 14 to 22 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat dive located 5000 metres from the shore.
Grey nurse sharks are common at this site. Divers should maintain a respectful distance and avoid touching them.
Diving at Nurse Rock in Mooloolaba requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Nurse Rock in Mooloolaba. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Nurse Rock in Mooloolaba. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Nurse Rock in Mooloolaba are July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Nurse Rock in Mooloolaba typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Nurse Rock in Mooloolaba typically ranges from 7 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.