

Best for advanced divers, 18-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Cathedral is a reef dive site located 2000 metres offshore within the Shark Reef Marine Reserve. The site features an overhead environment and is suited for advanced divers due to the depth and potential hazards. Divers typically experience depths between 18 and 25 metres, with an average of 22 metres. Conditions vary, with visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres and mild currents. Access to the site requires a boat. Water temperatures fluctuate between 26C and 29C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of the deep environment and the presence of sharks at this location.
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The site is best experienced between 10am and 2pm when the sun is overhead for maximum light shaft effect.
Located in Beqa Lagoon, accessible via boat from Beqa Lagoon Resort or other Coral Coast resorts.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-25m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
25 min
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth and the presence of an overhead environment.
The site ranges from 18 to 25 metres deep, with an average depth of 22 metres.
Cathedral is located 2000 metres from shore and requires a boat for access.
Divers should be prepared for deep water, an overhead environment, strong currents, and the presence of sharks.
Diving at Cathedral in Pacific Harbour requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep, Nitrox. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Cathedral in Pacific Harbour. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cathedral in Pacific Harbour. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Cathedral in Pacific Harbour are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Cathedral in Pacific Harbour typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cathedral in Pacific Harbour typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.