Curtin Artificial Reef Dive Site

About Curtin Artificial Reef Dive Site

Curtin Artificial Reef Dive Site is a things to do venue in Moreton Island, Queensland.

The site is easily accessible from Brisbane and has been a go-to dive location since 1968. The primary attraction of Curtin Artificial Reef Dive Site is the array of sunken items present in the water.

These items were sunk by the Underwater Research Group of Queensland to create a haven for the local tropical marine life. Visitors can expect to see a wide range of marine life, including gropers, trevally, abundant wobbegongs, rays, and other schooling fish.

Curtin Artificial Reef Dive Site is home to 32 sunken vessels, with the Bremer, a former 50-meter coal barge being the largest. The wrecks have been cleared of obstructions, allowing divers to safely explore and enter these impressive playgrounds submerged in depths ranging from 12 to 28 meters.

The Curtin Artificial Reef Dive Site is accessible all year round. The best time to visit depends on your skill level and experience as well as your interests.

Due to the site’s location, weather conditions in Moreton Bay can be unpredictable, so it is best to check the weather forecast before planning your trip. The Curtin Artificial Reef Dive Site is located in Moreton Bay, easily accessible from Brisbane.

Visitors can reach the dive site by taking a ferry or a water taxi from Brisbane. The boat ride takes approximately 75 minutes.

From there, the dive site can be reached by a chartered dive boat or a local tour operator.

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• Type: Things to Do
• Area: Moreton Island, Queensland
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