

Best for beginner divers, 7-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Turtle Bommie is a reef pinnacle located off Port Douglas and Agincourt, rising from a depth of 15 metres toward a shallower reef flat. The site features a wall and drop-off, making it suitable for beginners. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The structure supports both hard and soft corals, though caution is required as the coral is sharp. Boat access is required for this site, which is situated 55 kilometres from the shore. Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, blacktip reef sharks, wrasses, and various nudibranchs. Typical dives last 60 minutes, and night diving is permitted.
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Keep your fins off the reef structure as the coral is sharp and easily damaged at close range. Turtles tend to be more active and easier to spot in the morning before boat traffic picks up.
Accessed by day boat from Marlin Marina in Cairns with transit times of around 90 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, blacktip reef sharks, harlequin sweetlips, bluefaced angelfish, wrasses, coral trout, and various nudibranchs.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and manageable depth profile.
The site ranges from 7 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 13 metres.
This is a boat dive located 55 kilometres from the shore.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow reef flat may be accessible for snorkelling depending on boat operator policies.
Diving at Turtle Bommie in Cairns requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Turtle Bommie in Cairns. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Turtle Bommie in Cairns are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Turtle Bommie in Cairns should be aware of jellyfish, stonefish, lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Turtle Bommie in Cairns typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Turtle Bommie in Cairns typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.