Michaelmas Reef Suggest edit

Michaelmas Reef is a popular dive site located within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, known for its vibrant coral gardens and diverse marine life. It is easily accessible from Cairns and Port Douglas, making it a favored spot for both novice and experienced divers.

Diving at Michaelmas Reef offers opportunities to explore colorful coral formations and encounter a variety of fish species, including clownfish, parrotfish, and occasional larger pelagic species. The site features both shallow and deeper areas, catering to different skill levels.

• 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): 22.0–25.0 °C Suggest edit

• Entry: Boat Suggest edit
• Permits required: Yes
  Permits are required to dive in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
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• Bottom types:
  coral sand rock Suggest edit