

Best for advanced divers, 25-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Rainbow Wall is a deep, open-ocean wall reef located in the Far Northern Outer Reefs. The structure drops through 25 to 30 metres, offering visibility between 24 and 50 metres. The wall is covered in soft corals and gorgonian fans. Due to the depth and potential for strong, unpredictable currents, this site is reserved for advanced divers. Boat access is required, and divers should time their entry to coincide with slack water. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 25C to 29C. Hazards include deep water, strong currents, and the presence of jellyfish during the wet season.
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Time your dive to hit slack water around the current shift, as even moderate flow at this depth burns through your gas faster than you expect. Jellyfish can be present, so check conditions locally before gearing up and consider a full wetsuit regardless of water temperature.
This site is in the remote Coral Sea, approximately 100-200km east of Cairns. Access is only possible via multi-day liveaboard vessels departing from Cairns or Port Douglas. The site is located on Mantis Reef.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
25-30m
Visibility
24-50m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The wall drops through 25 to 30 metres of open water.
No, this is an advanced dive site due to its depth, remote location, and the potential for strong, unpredictable currents.
Rainbow Wall is a remote site that requires boat access.
The best months to dive here are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Divers should be cautious of the deep water, strong currents, and the presence of box and Irukandji jellyfish during the wet season from November to April.
Diving at Rainbow Wall in Far Northern requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Rainbow Wall in Far Northern. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Rainbow Wall in Far Northern are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Rainbow Wall in Far Northern. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Rainbow Wall in Far Northern typically ranges from 24 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.