

Best for beginner divers, 5-35m, boat entry, mild current.
Steve's Bommie is an isolated coral pinnacle rising from the seafloor in the Ribbon Reefs, Australia. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility typically spans 20 to 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the reef structure. Currents are generally mild, though they can vary with the tides. Access is restricted to boat travel, specifically via liveaboard vessels. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including deep water, lionfish, sharks, and stonefish. Protective suits are recommended during stinger season, which runs from November to May.
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Visit between May and October for the best visibility and the chance of spotting minke whales passing through the area. Always listen to your guide's pre-dive briefing about stonefish and jellyfish, as both are genuine hazards here.
Access is exclusively by liveaboard dive boats, typically departing from Cairns or Port Douglas on multi-day trips to the Ribbon Reefs.
Only accessible via liveaboard dive boats.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-35m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The best months to visit are May through October, which offer the best visibility and the possibility of seeing minke whales.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though they should remain in the shallower sections of the pinnacle.
The depth ranges from 5 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This site is only accessible via boat, specifically liveaboard dive vessels.
Hazards include deep water, lionfish, sharks, and stonefish. Additionally, stinger season occurs from November to May, during which protective suits are recommended.
Diving at Steve's Bommie in Port Douglas requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Steve's Bommie in Port Douglas. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Steve's Bommie in Port Douglas. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
Steve's Bommie in Port Douglas typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Steve's Bommie in Port Douglas typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.