

Best for advanced divers, 5-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Rock Arch at Flinders Reef offers a complex topography featuring a dramatic wall, a cave system, and reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. The site is accessible only by boat and is suited for advanced divers due to the overhead cave environment and significant depth. Visibility is high, typically between 30 and 60 metres, though currents remain mild. The reef supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates throughout the structure. Divers should carry a torch for the cave sections and monitor air consumption closely given the depth and overhead hazards.
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Carry a torch for the cave sections regardless of how good the ambient visibility looks from outside. Confirm current conditions with your operator before committing to the deeper sections of the wall.
Access is by boat only.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
30-60m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
25 min
The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region's habitat.
No, Rock Arch is an advanced dive site due to its depth of up to 40 metres and the presence of an overhead cave environment.
The site ranges from 5 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Rock Arch is 15 kilometres from shore and requires boat access.
This site is classified as a dive location for advanced divers and is not recommended for snorkelling due to the depth and overhead hazards.
Diving at Rock Arch in Coral Sea Reefs requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Rock Arch in Coral Sea Reefs. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 28°C.
Divers at Rock Arch in Coral Sea Reefs should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Rock Arch in Coral Sea Reefs typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Rock Arch in Coral Sea Reefs typically ranges from 30 metres to 60 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.