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Lighthouse Bommie

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.2 12 especies 21 colaboradores

Lighthouse Bommie is a year-round dive site in Australia's Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, featuring healthy coral and diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners chasing chasing pelagics.

🐢 MPA · Great Barrier Reef World Herit… updated 4 months ago
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Actividad
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Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
25.3 kn
Olas
2.34 m
Agua
24.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ESE (50%)
Now: ESE (117°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.84m

Próxima: Alta a las 05:00 (+0.65m)

+1.7 m0 m-0.1 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.65m ▼ 10:00 · +0.29m ▲ 18:00 · +1.4m ▼ 00:00 · +0.32m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV7.2 · high Aire PM2.517 · moderate 06:09 18:13
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 28.9 2.4 7 2mm
09-20 24.1 2.12 8 0mm
09-21 18.4 1.52 8 0mm
09-22 18.5 1.3 9 1mm
09-23 18.8 1.44 9 1mm
09-24 22.5 1.58 9 1mm
09-25 23.2 1.6 9 1mm

About this spot

Lighthouse Bommie sits within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, one of the planet's most protected and studied coral ecosystems. The site draws divers year-round, making it accessible across all seasons. Recent coral health monitoring shows no stress indicators, meaning you'll encounter vibrant reef structures and thriving coral colonies. The bommie hosts a variety of marine species typical of the central reef system. Twelve documented species observations from the site give you a solid baseline for what to expect underwater—from small reef fish to larger pelagics that patrol the site. The reef structure provides plenty of visual interest and shelter for marine life at multiple depths. Access to Lighthouse Bommie is managed under Great Barrier Reef regulations. The site's protected status ensures consistent management and monitoring, which keeps the reef healthy long-term. Community divers have uploaded 3 videos documenting conditions, giving you real footage of the underwater environment before you plan your trip. Whether you're exploring for the first time or returning to log dives, Lighthouse Bommie offers the combination of protection, biodiversity, and accessibility that makes the reef system world-famous.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Australia: 61 sitios desde arrecifes de coral hasta pecios en aguas frías

Mejores meses

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Tipos de buceo

ArrecifeBarco

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type I · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 15899km · ~3657kg · €66

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 53/100
  • Visado: e-Visa · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 16h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 9h este · 6 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Lighthouse Bommie?

Lighthouse Bommie is diveable year-round. This means you can plan a trip around your schedule rather than waiting for a specific season. Check current conditions and water temperature before booking, as weather patterns vary by month.

What marine life will I see at Lighthouse Bommie?

Twelve species observations are documented at the site, spanning reef fish, coral inhabitants, and visiting pelagics. The healthy coral environment supports active feeding and breeding populations. Specific species vary with season and time of day.

Is Lighthouse Bommie in a protected area?

Yes. Lighthouse Bommie lies within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, one of the world's most carefully managed marine zones. This protection means strict access rules apply. Check current permits and regulations before diving.

How can I learn more about conditions before I go?

Community divers have posted 3 videos from the site showing recent conditions. Recent coral health monitoring shows no stress, indicating thriving reef structures. Contact local operators for current water temperature, visibility, and dive briefings.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

50 registros · 48 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Negaprion acutidens

Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
17 ago 2018
×1registros

Glossodoris cincta

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 dic 2015
×1registros

Phyllidiella pustulosa

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
31 oct 2015
×1registros

Nembrotha milleri

Gastropoda · Polyceridae
OBIS
Última observación:
31 oct 2015
×1registros

Nembrotha kubaryana

Gastropoda · Polyceridae
OBIS
Última observación:
30 jun 2015
×1registros

Conus imperialis

The Imperial Cone
Gastropoda · Conidae
OBIS
Última observación:
23 ago 2014
×1registros

Varanusia quasimodo

Polychaeta · Terebellidae
OBIS
Última observación:
23 ago 2013
×1registros

Spirorbinae

Polychaeta · Serpulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
22 ago 2013
×1registros

Lumbrineridae

Polychaeta · Lumbrineridae
OBIS
Última observación:
21 ago 2013
×1registros

Sabellidae

Fan Worm, Feather-duster Worm, Peacock Worm
Polychaeta · Sabellidae
OBIS
Última observación:
19 ago 2013
×1registros

Oenone fulgida

Polychaeta · Oenonidae
OBIS
Última observación:
19 ago 2013
×1registros

Polynoidae

Scale Worm
Polychaeta · Polynoidae
OBIS
Última observación:
17 ago 2013
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Australia, Lighthouse Bommie

RosMaximus

GBR Day 3, Dive 3 - Lighthouse Bommie

Kevin Herman

Lighthouse Bommie Dive 2 - Ribbon Reef 10 - Great Barrier Reef - Australia

Johnny
wind peaks May-Aug-Sep, calmest Feb-Jan-Dec, dry May-Nov.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: May (100/100) Worst: Oct (0/100) Now: Sep (95/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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