

Best for intermediate divers, 13-18m, boat entry, variable current.
Wobby Rock is a reef and cave system located 11 kilometres offshore from Mooloolaba. The site features depths ranging from 13 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. Divers access the site by boat, and the variable currents necessitate intermediate skill levels. The topography includes a cave structure that requires precise buoyancy control. Visibility typically spans 10 to 15 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 21C and 27C throughout the year. Night diving is permitted at this location. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including jellyfish, the overhead cave environment, and the presence of sharks. A torch is recommended for exploring the cave interior.
-26.65020, 153.20010
Time your dive to coincide with slack current if you want unhurried access to the cave and a closer look at the wobbegongs resting inside. Carry a torch regardless of the visibility conditions outside - the cave interior is a different story.
Boat ride of approximately 15 minutes from the Mooloolaba River system.
Recorded at this site
Depth
13-18m
Visibility
10-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-27°C
Current
Variable
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site ranges from 13 to 18 metres deep, with an average depth of 16 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the variable currents and the requirement for buoyancy control within the overhead cave environment.
Access to this site is by boat only, as it is located 11 kilometres from the shore.
Hazards include jellyfish in the water column, the overhead cave environment, and the presence of sharks.
The site is primarily a dive location due to the depth and the nature of the cave structure.
Diving at Wobby Rock in Mooloolaba requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Wobby Rock in Mooloolaba. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Wobby Rock in Mooloolaba are July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Currents at Wobby Rock in Mooloolaba are variable and can change with tides and conditions. Always check current conditions before diving.
Visibility at Wobby Rock in Mooloolaba typically ranges from 10 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.