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Ribbon Reef

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All about Ribbon Reef dive site

Abundant sea life
Rock
Perfect visibility
Reef sharks
Depth max
20 m
Diver level
Experienced
Visibility
to 30 m

Ribbon Reef is located off northern Queensland and is part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park in Australia. This healthy reef is ideal for underwater photography and spotting large species. The crevices, bommies, and swim-throughs are full of life and colors

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What to see

There is an abundance of creatures and bright tropical fish like angelfish, parrotfish, and squirrelfish at Ribbon Reef. The large inhabitants are giant potato cod, reef sharks, wobbegongs, and barracudas. Ribbon Reef is one of the best Great Barrier Reef liveaboard dive sites

When to go diving in Ribbon Reef

Water temperature

It is possible to dive at Ribbon Reef throughout the year, with a water temperature of 22°C/72°F in winter and 29°C/84°F in summer. The best visibility occurs from September to November, while there is lots of rain from December to February. There is a high chance to spot minke whales in June and July