Butterfly Bay Suggest edit

Australia Suggest · Queensland Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

April to NovemberBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

21.0–25.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Butterfly Bay is a picturesque dive site located on Hook Island in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, Australia. Known for its vibrant coral gardens and diverse marine life, it offers a serene underwater environment suitable for divers of various skill levels.

The dive features colorful coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, and occasional sightings of larger marine species. The site is characterized by gentle slopes and sheltered bays, making it an ideal spot for both novice and experienced divers.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 21.0–25.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
coral sand Suggest edit

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for coral and marine life.

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