WRECK DIVE
EX-HMAS BRISBANE

Wreck diving on the ex-HMAS Brisbane has commenced in earnest and we are very excited to report that the quality of the wreck dive site, just North of Mooloolaba, is exceeding all expectations.

This magnificent 133 metre guided missile destroyer has settled perfectly upright on the sand bed in around 27 metres. Within weeks an assorted variety of marine life has begun to call the ex-HMAS Brisbane home with prolific growth of embryonic corals over most of the structure and schools of whiting, happy moments, yellowtail kingfish and cuttlefish happily cruising around the upper decks and underneath the stern.

The clarity of the water provides a consistent 15-20 metres visibility with water temperatures currently between 24 and 26 degrees Celsius. Access inside the “Brisbane” is optimum with all internal areas offering three points of natural lighting with wide, open entry and exit swim throughs. Don’t forget too that the ex-HMAS Brisbane is the only purpose designed dive wreck in Australia where you can actually dive inside the engine and boiler rooms. So exciting!
In two short years this is fast becoming Australia’s premier wreck dive destination so book in early to avoid disappointment.

The “wreck” dive of the ex-HMAS Brisbane provides a unique opportunity for Open Water Divers to safely and easily explore this incredible site. With the top of the funnel only 3.5 metres below the surface and the multi-tiered superstructure and gun turrets on the main deck all within a maximum of 18 metres this “wreck” dive is one of the most easily accessible in the country.

PLEASE NOTE: All penetration divers must be accompanied by a dive guide and carry a torch!

Wreck/Cave Specialty Divers may do independent full penetration after initial orientation dives with a guide.

Subsequent dives MUST BE with an equally qualified dive buddy and carry a Wreck Reel and torch.

When booking please let us know your diver certification level and experience so we can arrange adequate staffing for all our trips.

Ex-HMAS BRISBANE CHARTER COSTS

* Double dive incl. all gear hire... $180.00

* Double dive incl. tanks and weights hire... $140.00

* Double dive no gear hire... $115.00

(*an additional $15 marine park fee is to be added to the charter cost)