Best for beginner divers, Up to 20m, boat entry, mild current.
Pirates Wall is a combined wall and reef site located 30 kilometres off the coast of Queensland. Suitable for beginners, the site features depths reaching 20 metres with mild currents. The topography consists of a wall face adorned with hard and soft corals alongside sea fans. Access is strictly by boat. Divers should be aware of potential hazards, including jellyfish, sharks, sea urchins, and stonefish. It is essential to exercise caution when entering the water and to avoid contact with the reef structure to prevent injury from sharp coral or camouflaged marine life. Visibility can shift, so local conditions should be checked prior to departure.
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Drop down onto the upper reef first and work along the wall structure, dropping to 25 to 30 metres on the deeper sections for pelagic action and shark encounters.
Accessed exclusively by liveaboard expeditions from Cairns or Lizard Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its mild currents and manageable depths.
The depth at Pirates Wall ranges from the surface down to 20 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 30 kilometres from the shore.
Divers should watch for jellyfish and sharks, and be careful of sharp coral, sea urchins, and stonefish when near the reef.
Diving at Pirates Wall in Cairns requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Pirates Wall in Cairns. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Pirates Wall in Cairns are April, May, June, July, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Pirates Wall in Cairns typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
