North Stradbroke Island Dive Trip

Diving at Shag Rock, Flat Rock, or Manta Bommie offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore some of Australia's most breathtaking dive sites, surrounded by vibrant marine life and stunning underwater landscapes. Here's what you can expect at each of these renowned dive locations: Shag Rock is known for its impressive coral formations, colorful reef fish, and diverse marine biodiversity. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including turtles, wobbegongs, leopard sharks, eagle rays, and a myriad of reef fish. The site offers excellent visibility and is suitable for divers of all experience levels, making it a popular choice for both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike. Flat Rock is famous for its expansive coral gardens, intricate rock formations, and abundant marine species. Divers can explore underwater caves and swim-throughs, spotting a wide range of marine life such as turtles, rays, reef sharks, and colorful coral fish. The site's diverse topography and rich marine ecosystems provide endless opportunities for exploration and underwater photography. Manta Bommie is consistently rated as one of the top dive sites in Australia, offering an unforgettable diving experience. The site is known for its resident population of manta rays, which can be encountered year-round, particularly during the summer months. In addition to mantas, divers can also expect to see leopard sharks, grey nurse sharks, humpback whales (during winter), and a wide variety of reef fish and pelagic species. The vibrant coral gardens and clear blue waters make Manta Bommie a favorite among underwater photographers and marine enthusiasts. Regardless of which dive site you choose, diving at North Stradbroke Island promises encounters with an incredible array of marine life, from majestic manta rays to colorful coral gardens and everything in between. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, exploring the underwater wonders of North Stradbroke Island is an experience not to be missed. TRIP INCLUSIONS 2 dives from North Stradbroke Island Tanks & weights Delicious food & refreshments *If you require transportation from the mainland to North Stradbroke Island, please add a return ferry ticket for $22 in the extras section* EACH DIVER REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING ITEMS Dive Computer Surface Marker Buoy – safety sausage Whistle Torch Proof of certification EACH DIVER MUST COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING Open Water Certified Dived within the last 12 months Dived from a boat *GETTING TO NORTH STRADBROKE ISLAND* Arrive at the Gold Cats Stradbroke Flyer Terminal located at Toondah Harbour, end of Middle Street, Cleveland. Please allow plenty of time to find parking. Refunds are not given if you miss the Flyer. Our staff will then meet you at the other end, at the terminal on North Stradbroke Island. MORNING DOUBLE DIVE The 5.45 am Flyer Departure For a 6:45 am meet at Manta Lodge & Scuba Centre Board the Gold Cats Stradbroke Flyer before collecting your ticket (as the ticket office will not be opened yet). When the ticket master asks for your ticket, inform them you have paid through Manta Lodge & Scuba Centre. They will ask you to sign your name on our account and will issue you a bright red return ticket - do not lose this! Please ensure you use the same name as on your booking; otherwise, the records will not match. Once the ferry reaches Dunwich (the only stop), hop off and look for our brightly coloured dive van and our friendly staff waiting to meet you. We will return you to the terminal in time to catch the 1:15 pm return Flyer back to Cleveland. You will arrive in Cleveland at 1:45 pm. AFTERNOON DOUBLE DIVE The 10:15am Flyer Departure For an 11:30am meet at Manta Lodge & Scuba Centre Go into the Gold Cats Stradbroke Flyer ticket office. Ask for a return ticket to Manta Lodge & Scuba Centre. They will ask you to sign your name on our account and will issue you two bright red tickets - do not lose these! Please ensure you use the same name as on your booking or the records will not match. Board the Gold Cats Stradbroke Flyer. On the Flyer, the ticket master will collect one of your tickets. The other is for the return trip. Once the ferry reaches Dunwich (the only stop), hop off and look for our brightly coloured dive van and our friendly staff waiting to meet you. We will return you to the terminal in time to catch the 5:30 pm return Flyer back to Cleveland. You will arrive in Cleveland at 6pm. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Please contact us for any inquiries BRISBANE STORE Phone: 07 3391 2299 Email: brisbane@adreno.com.au ** Minimum number of Divers required for the trip to run