

Nursery Bommie sits in the deeper waters of Agincourt Reef 2, reaching 25 metres, with visibility ranging from 12 to 30 metres depending on conditions. Despite the depth, mild currents keep things manageable for newer divers on a guided boat dive. The site rewards patient observers: look closely for leaf scorpionfish and nudibranchs tucked into the reef structure, while lionfish hover nearby. Schools of fusiliers, blue-striped snapper, and surgeonfish move through the water column, and clownfish are reliably found in their anemones. Barracuda and trevally occasionally cruise the edges, and rock cod tend to sit still long enough for a good look.
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Give lionfish and leaf scorpionfish plenty of space and never touch anything on the reef, as both can deliver a painful sting if handled or accidentally brushed. May through December offers the most consistently clear visibility for this site.
Access is via dive tour operators departing from Port Douglas. Operators include Quicksilver, Silversonic, and Poseidon Reef Tours.
While reef sharks are seen, they are not noted as a significant hazard. Jellyfish may be more common in warmer months (November-April).
Depth
25-30m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Nursery Bommie at Agincourt Reef 2 reaches a maximum depth of 25 metres. This depth makes it suitable for divers with Open Water certification who are comfortable at intermediate depths. The site is located off Port Douglas in Queensland, Australia.
Nursery Bommie is suitable for beginner divers who hold an Open Water certification. The site features mild currents and a maximum depth of 25 metres, providing manageable conditions for less experienced divers. Boat access from Port Douglas makes this Great Barrier Reef site accessible for novice divers with professional guidance.
Nursery Bommie hosts diverse marine life including schools of barracuda and trevally, as well as clownfish, blue-striped snapper and surgeonfish. Divers also encounter lionfish, leaf scorpionfish and colourful nudibranchs on the reef structure. The site's variety makes it excellent for underwater photography and marine observation.
An Open Water diving certification is required to dive Nursery Bommie at Agincourt Reef 2. This entry-level certification provides the necessary training for the site's 25-metre depth and mild current conditions. Boat dives depart from Port Douglas to reach this outer Great Barrier Reef location.
The best months to dive Nursery Bommie are May through December. This extended season covers the Australian winter and spring when visibility typically ranges from 12 to 30 metres. These months generally offer calmer seas and optimal conditions for diving the Agincourt Reef system off Port Douglas.
Nursery Bommie requires boat access from Port Douglas, Queensland. The site is located at Agincourt Reef 2 on the outer Great Barrier Reef, making it accessible only via charter dive boats. Multiple day trip operators run regular departures from Port Douglas marina to this reef system.
Divers at Nursery Bommie should be cautious of lionfish and leaf scorpionfish, which have venomous spines, as well as seasonal jellyfish. Boat traffic is present due to the site's popularity with Port Douglas operators, requiring proper surface markers during ascent. Maintaining awareness of marine life and avoiding contact with the reef protects both divers and the ecosystem.
Nursery Bommie in Port Douglas has depths ranging from 25 metres to 30 metres.
A typical dive at Nursery Bommie in Port Douglas lasts approximately 45 minutes. Actual dive time depends on depth, air consumption, and conditions.