Dive sites near Townsville, Magnetic Island and the outer reefs

The diving area near Townsville can be separated in three parts. The dive sites at Magnetic Island, being good, but with a visibility between 5 and 15 meters not the best in the area. Next we have the reefs accessible by boats. Very nice, but touristy, which can be seen at the many damaged area's of the reef. Last, the outer reefs, only accessible by live-aboard with visibilities of 50 meters and more. Don't expect to be alone thought! There still are live-aboards enough, but the outer reefs are more intact than closer to the mainland.

Temperatures in Townsville change from 20 to 30 degrees in summer (October to April) and 17 to 26 degrees in winter (May to September). During the windy season from April to July, snorkeling can be rough at places. However, at any time of the year shallower parts of the reef can be found and are well worth a visit. The best time to go is between August and December, just before the rainy season and just after the windy season. Water temperatures range from 22 in April to 28 degrees in October and then going downwards again.

If you want to do a few quick and cheap dives or you want to learn it, go to Magnetic Island. For the certified divers with not enough money and time, take a day boat to the reefs. For the best diving in this area, you have to pay quite some money and attend a live-aboard to the outer reefs for a few days.

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1. Flinders Reef : Dive sites at Flinders Reef
2. Keeper Reef : Dive sites at Keeper Reef
3. Kelso Reef : Dive sites at Kelso Reef
4. Yongala Wreck : Diving at one of the best wreck dives in the world:
   The Yongala Wreck

The best dive sites and top diving locations in Townsville rated by divers since last year.

	Yongala Wreck	Rated 10.0, 4 ratings
	China Wall	Rated 10.0, 1 ratings