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Troppo's

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.2 12 especies 27 colaboradores

Troppo's offers year-round diving on Norman Reef within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, with healthy coral and diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

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

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
22.2 kn
Olas
1.68 m
Agua
23.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SE (66%)
Now: ESE (123°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.95m

Próxima: Alta a las 05:00 (+0.61m)

+1.7 m0 m-0.2 m
▲ 05:00 · +0.61m ▼ 10:00 · +0.24m ▲ 18:00 · +1.39m ▼ 00:00 · +0.26m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV8.4 · very high Aire PM2.517 · moderate 06:08 18:11
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 25 1.76 8 3mm
09-20 20.7 1.46 6 0mm
09-21 16.1 1.02 7 0mm
09-22 18.7 1.04 6 3mm
09-23 17.3 1.12 9 8mm
09-24 21.3 1.2 9 12mm
09-25 21.1 1.18 8 2mm

About this spot

Troppo's is a dive site located on Norman Reef in Australia's Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. The reef sits within a protected marine park, ensuring strict conservation standards and pristine conditions. Year-round diving access makes this a reliable destination for divers planning trips to the region at any time of year. The site benefits from robust coral health with no recorded bleaching stress, indicating strong ecological conditions. Twelve documented species observations provide insight into the marine biodiversity found here, ranging from reef fish to larger pelagics. The community has contributed three videos of the site, offering real-world footage of what to expect underwater. Divers visiting Troppo's should plan their trips through established local operators familiar with Great Barrier Reef access requirements and marine park regulations. As a site within the World Heritage Area, all dives here follow strict environmental protocols. The proximity to Norman Reef Airport provides convenient logistics for getting to this remote reef location.

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

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Tipos de buceo

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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 ↔ 16051km · ~3692kg · €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 Troppo's?

Troppo's can be dived year-round, making it accessible regardless of when you plan your Australia trip. Check with local operators for seasonal weather conditions that may affect boat access on any given day.

What marine life will I see at Troppo's?

Twelve species have been documented at this site. The reef's healthy coral and World Heritage Area protection support diverse fish populations and reef inhabitants. Community videos show the range of marine life available.

What permits or access requirements apply?

Troppo's sits within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area and Marine Protected Area, meaning all diving must comply with park regulations. Work with established local dive operators who handle all necessary permits and environmental protocols.

What are the depth and difficulty levels?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Troppo's is not currently documented. Contact local operators near Norman Reef Airport for detailed site briefings and current conditions before your dive.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

8 registros · 8 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Atopos australis

Gastropoda · Rathouisiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
17 ene 2026
×1registros

Mysta picta

Polychaeta · Phyllodocidae
OBIS
Última observación:
22 feb 2024
×1registros

Hydrozoa

Hydrozoa
OBIS
Última observación:
23 feb 2023
×1registros

Aurospio dibranchiata

Polychaeta · Spionidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 feb 2022
×1registros

Bathynomus brucei

Malacostraca · Cirolanidae
OBIS
Última observación:
7 jun 1993
×1registros

Metapenaeus

School Prawn
Malacostraca · Penaeidae
OBIS
Última observación:
12 dic 1975
×1registros

Ringicula assularum

Gastropoda · Ringiculidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×1registros

Semicassis bisulcata

Ball Helmet
Gastropoda · Cassidae
OBIS
Última observación:
Invalid Date
×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.

Troppos Checkout Dive - Norman's Reef - Great Barrier Reef - Australia

Johnny

Great Barrier Reef October 2024 - Troppos Dive Site, Norman Reef

Kaisle

Troppos - Great Barrier Reef HD

J. Stringer in Australia
wind peaks May-Apr-Aug, calmest Oct-Dec-Nov, dry Apr-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: Aug (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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