Dive-site story
Situated along the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Ayr and Townsville, Stanley Reef features extensive coral gardens and isolated bommies. The reef structure drops off into sandy channels, offering clear blue-water conditions frequented by pelagic species and grazing green turtles.
Expansive fields of hard staghorn and plate corals across the reef flat
Frequent encounters with whitetip reef sharks resting along sandy gutters
Towering coral pinnacles and swim-through structures frequented by sweetlips and trevally
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Spring and early summer bring lighter winds, optimal water clarity, and warm sea temperatures.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitetip Reef SharkTriaenodon obesus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Maori WrasseCheilinus undulatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant TrevallyCaranx ignobilis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Manta RayMobula alfredi | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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