Dive-site story
Steve's Bommie is a pinnacle on the Ribbon Reefs of the northern Great Barrier Reef, rising from a sandy floor to just below the sea surface. Divers usually descend to the base and circle upward along the cylindrical coral spire, exploring crevices packed with macro subjects before completing safety stops near the sunlit crest.
Solitary coral spire packed with distinct marine life zones from base to summit
Memorial plaque at the bottom honoring diver Steve
Microhabitat variety hosting cryptic species such as leaf scorpionfish and nudibranchs
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Winter and spring offer optimal visibility and calm weather, with dwarf minke whales visiting the wider Ribbon Reef sector in mid-winter.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leaf ScorpionfishTaenianotus triacanthus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Flame File ShellLimaria fragilis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowtail BarracudaSphyraena flavicauda | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Barramundi CodCromileptes altivelis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whitetip Reef SharkTriaenodon obesus | Common |
Marine forecast
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