Raziščite otok Fraser
Otok Fraser je največji peščeni otok na svetu z več kot 120 kilometri osupljivih plaž, sladkovodnih jezer in skalnatih izdankov, ki jih je mogoče raziskati. Pod površjem je otok Fraser zahteval več kot 20 razbitin, ki so zdaj postale impresivni umetni grebeni, ki nudijo zatočišče morskim psom, skatom in trevalijem.
Potapljanje na otoku Fraser, do katerega se lahko pripeljete s trajektom iz zaliva Hervey Bay na celinski Queenslandu, ponujajo redki potapljaški centri na območju zaliva Hervey Bay. Cvetoče grebene otoka Lady Elliot si lahko ogledate z direktnim letom z obale Fraser, potem ko ste opazovali neverjetne potope na razbitine.
Najboljši meseci za potapljanje na otoku Fraser
Potapljanje na otoku Fraser je možno vse leto, vendar se je pomembno izogniti potapljanju v nevarnih razmerah za valove in se posvetovati s potapljaškim centrom. Med potapljanjem iz zaliva Hervey je mogoče plavati s kiti od sredine julija do začetka septembra, medtem ko lahko selivske grbavce opazujete od julija do septembra z obale otoka Fraser.
Top Fraser Island Dive Sites
1. Marloo Wreck
This sunken luxury Italian liner from 1914 lies off Fraser Island’s eastern coast. Suitable for advanced scuba divers, the wreck is partially intact and home to reef fish, nudibranchs, and invertebrates. A historic site with rich marine growth.
2. Roy Rufus Artificial Reef (Hervey Bay)
One of Australia’s largest artificial reefs, this dive site features sunken ships, barges, tyres, and concrete pipes. Ideal for intermediate scuba divers, the area attracts wobbegong sharks, stonefish, and scorpionfish. A ship graveyard full of surprises.
3. Moon Ledge (Hervey Bay)
A shallow reef with colorful hard corals, ideal for beginners and freedivers. Spot turtles, butterflyfish, and rays in calm, clear conditions. This site offers gentle drift potential and excellent visibility year-round.
4. S.S. Maheno (Fraser Island)
Though not a dive site, this iconic 1935 shipwreck rests dramatically onshore and is a must-see for history lovers. Explore the rusted remains and learn about its fascinating past. Great for photography and coastal exploration.
5. Simpson Artificial Reef (Hervey Bay)
A growing reef complex with scuttled vessels and reef modules. Suitable for all levels, it hosts schools of snapper, sweetlip, and macro critters. Excellent for training dives and marine life observation in protected waters.