Explore Moreton Island

Moreton Island is a long sand island located in Moreton Bay, off the coast of south-east Queensland, Australia. The island forms the eastern boundary of the Moreton Bay Marine Park which has resulted in an abundance of marine life found in the surrounding wrecks and reefs, from turtles to wobbegong shark.

Lying just off the coast of Brisbane, Moreton Island diving is possible from dive centres in Brisbane or from the dive resort on Moreton Island, which is reached via a short ferry ride. Brisbane liveaboards give divers the opportunity to spend more time diving the popular Tangalooma Wrecks and Flinders Reef.

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China Wall & Cherub’s Cave Dive Adventure

China Wall & Cherub’s Cave Dive Adventure

China Wall & Cherub’s Cave Dive AdventureChina WallGet ready for one of Brisbane’s most jaw-dropping dive sites! Perched on the exposed eastern side of Moreton Island, China Wall is unlike anywhere else in Queensland. Instead of coral, the reef is draped in golden, waving kelp — a surreal southern-style forest dancing alongside tropical fish.The dramatic rocky terrain explodes with colour from soft corals, gorgonians and elegant black coral trees. With depths ranging from 16–32 metres, this site is an underwater playground of caves, gutters, towering walls and a spectacular rock arch that’s made for photos. Cruise through schools of reef fish, bullseyes and yellowtail, while trevally, kingfish, blue gropers, wobbegongs and turtles glide past.Winter takes China Wall to the next level. Calm seas, grey nurse sharks patrolling the gutters, and the haunting songs of humpback whales echoing through the water create a truly magical experience. If you’re lucky, a whale may even cruise past during your dive — an unforgettable moment you’ll talk about forever.Cherub’s Cave\Once marked by a tiny concrete cherub, this legendary site still delivers big adventure. Cherub’s Cave is a massive circular cavern (around 20 x 15 metres) with six different exits — choose your own underwater route and explore at your pace. Outside the cave, a maze of rocky gullies, overhangs and hidden caves waits to be discovered.Pelagics like barracuda, kingfish and trevally slice through the blue, while turtles, gropers and wobbegongs roam the reef. In winter, grey nurse sharks gather here, turning every dive into an epic encounter.Between dives, kick back on board and enjoy tasty snacks and refreshing treats during your surface interval.TRIP INCLUSIONS2 epic divesDelicious food & refreshments on boardEACH DIVER REQUIRESTanks & weightsDive computerSurface Marker Buoy (safety sausage)WhistleTorchProof of certification

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Diving in Moreton Island

Moreton Island diving is a combination of impressive wreck and reef dive sites. Flinders Reef is the only true coral reef located directly in the Brisbane area where divers can descend onto walls, swim-throughs, ledges, gutters, caves, and pinnacles scattered in depths from 3-28 metres. Curtin Artificial Reef consists of 32 ships, concrete pipes, and tyres. Many of the wrecks have been cleared of obstructions and can be safely entered and explored. Perhaps the most famous dive site in Moreton Island is the Tangalooma Wrecks. Reef, wreck, and drift diving all take place here in around 12-metres of water, which is ideal for those wishing to take part in dive courses.

Dive Sites

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Cherubs Cave (★4.5)

Cherubs Cave (★4.5)

A small concrete cherub once marked the main entrance to this hidden cave off Moreton Island. While the guardian has since disappeared, this underwater world remains to be discovered by the adventurous diver.
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Tangalooma Wrecks (★4.0)

Tangalooma Wrecks (★4.0)

The Tangalooma Wrecks are located just off the beach at Moreton Island, about a 75-minute ferry ride from Brisbane. They consist of 15 purpose-sunk ships that were deliberately scuttled between 1963 and 1984 to create a safe harbour for small boats — and they’ve since transformed into an fantastic artificial reef
Mares, Janez Kranjc
Curtin Artificial Reef (★3.9)

Curtin Artificial Reef (★3.9)

Curtin Artificial Reef is the oldest reef created FOR divers, By divers. At this dive site, there are over 25 purposely sunken boats & others which can be found between 15m and 25m making this a great drift dive site. This is also a popular fishing site so be vigilant for fishing lines.
Mares, Janez Kranjc
Hendersons Rock (★4.3)

Hendersons Rock (★4.3)

Cherubs Cave is named after a cave system located under a large circular shaped bommie on the north-west side of the main bommie. The cave has four entrances that are difficult to find as they are covered with kelp. Once in the cave, light penetrates through the other entrances, aiding navigation.

The best Months to dive in Moreton Island

Scuba diving in Moreton Island is possible year-round yet the best visibility is found in the winter months, from June to August. From June through to October, humpback whales can be seen migrating along the coastline of Queensland and whale-watching cruises depart directly from Brisbane.

Top Wildlife Sightings in Moreton Island

While diving in Flinders Reef, admire abundant coral growths of staghorn, brain, plate and many other hard coral species. Sea turtles, stingrays, wobbegong shark, and the occasional manta ray can be encountered while exploring the reef. Finding refuge in the area’s wrecks are large groupers, schooling barracuda and trevally as well as wobbegong shark. An array of tropical fish adds colour to every dive site while on surface intervals, divers may witness migratory humpback whales - making a day diving in Moreton Island extra special!

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

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Green Turtle

Green Turtle
134 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 27

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Barracuda

Barracuda
38 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 200

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Moray Eel

Moray Eel
25 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 600

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Wrasse

Wrasse
21 Sightings
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Loggerhead Turtle

Loggerhead Turtle
18 Sightings
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Humpback Whale

Humpback Whale
17 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 25

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Eagle Ray

Eagle Ray
14 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 3

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Sand Tiger Shark

Sand Tiger Shark
11 Sightings
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Hawksbill Turtle

Hawksbill Turtle
7 Sightings
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Wobbegong

Wobbegong
178 Sightings
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14
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18
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Total number of species approx.: 130

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Pufferfish

Pufferfish
91 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 100

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Parrotfish

Parrotfish
87 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 12

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Lionfish

Lionfish
78 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 90

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Angelfish

Angelfish
76 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 80

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Stingrays

Stingrays
73 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 130

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Butterfly Fish

Butterfly Fish
67 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 2

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Nurse Shark

Nurse Shark
64 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 250

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Grouper/Basslets

Grouper/Basslets
62 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 8

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Bannerfish

Bannerfish
54 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 85

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Surgeonfish

Surgeonfish
47 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 150

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Sweetlips and Grunts

Sweetlips and Grunts
37 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 25

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Boxfish

Boxfish
30 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 28

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Clownfish

Clownfish
28 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 350

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Damselfish

Damselfish
27 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 20

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Guitarfish

Guitarfish
26 Sightings
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1
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1
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Total number of species approx.: 110

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Snapper

Snapper
21 Sightings
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3
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Total number of species approx.: 15

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Garfish

Garfish
20 Sightings
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2
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0
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Total number of species approx.: 3000

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Nudibranch

Nudibranch
19 Sightings
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2
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Total number of species approx.: 3

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Trumpetfish

Trumpetfish
17 Sightings
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3
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1
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6
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Grey Reef Shark

Grey Reef Shark
17 Sightings
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4
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6
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Total number of species approx.: 90

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Goatfish

Goatfish
16 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 20

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Porcupinefish

Porcupinefish
16 Sightings
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0
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Total number of species approx.: 60

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Squirrelfish

Squirrelfish
14 Sightings
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1
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Total number of species approx.: 30

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Stonefish

Stonefish
14 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 40

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Triggerfish

Triggerfish
13 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 60

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Soldierfish

Soldierfish
11 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 40

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Jackfish

Jackfish
8 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 3400

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Shrimp

Shrimp
6 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 60

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Spiny Lobster

Spiny Lobster
6 Sightings
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1
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0
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Total number of species approx.: 22

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Cod

Cod
6 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 55

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Lobster

Lobster
5 Sightings
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