Best for intermediate divers, 25-56m, boat entry, mild current.
Stead Passage is a boat-access drift dive located in Queensland, Australia, featuring a wall and reef topography. The site reaches depths between 25 and 56 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Due to the significant depth, this site is suited for intermediate divers who can monitor their air and depth gauge closely. Hazards include the depth, potential entanglement from fishing lines, and sharp coral. Water temperatures fluctuate between 25C and 30C throughout the year. Boat access is required for all dives, which typically last 60 minutes.
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Keep a close eye on your depth gauge on the wall, as it is easy to drift deeper than intended when the current is moving you along. Check locally for up-to-date boat operator information before heading out.
Depart from Cairns, Port Douglas, Townsville, or Cape York.
Recorded at this site
Depth
25-56m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the deep nature of the wall and reef, which reaches depths of up to 56 metres.
The site ranges from 25 to 56 metres deep, with an average depth of 35 metres.
Stead Passage is a boat-access site, and a boat is required to reach the location.
The most reliable conditions occur from April through November.
The main hazards are the deep profile, potential entanglement from fishing lines, and sharp coral. Divers should stay close to their guide and monitor their air and depth.
Diving at Stead Passage in Queensland requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Stead Passage in Queensland. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
Stead Passage in Queensland typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Stead Passage in Queensland typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
