The Chimney Suggest edit

Bait Reef Suggest · QLD, Whitsunday Region, Bait Reef Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

April to NovemberBest months

25.0–29.0 °CWater (summer)

21.0–24.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Chimney is a renowned dive site located within the Bait Reef of the Whitsunday Region in Queensland, Australia. It features a unique underwater chimney formation that attracts a variety of marine life, making it a popular spot for divers.

Divers can explore the chimney structure, which provides opportunities to see diverse coral formations and various fish species. The site often offers a chance to encounter larger marine animals such as turtles and reef sharks.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 25.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 21.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing the chimney structure and surrounding marine life.

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