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Moore Reef
Pontoon outer reef off Cairns with sharks and turtles
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
Local operator required
Boat and tender logistics make the local operator the practical default.
Outer-reef day trip with pontoon access, tendered dive sections, and enough reef life to suit both snorkellers and divers.
About Moore Reef
Moore Reef is a pontoon-based outer reef off Cairns with easy day-trip logistics and a mix of calm platform time plus more active tendered dives. Snorkellers and divers get clear water, coral structure, and plenty of reef life, while certified divers can branch into drift, wall, channel, and swim-through sections.
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Research Estimate At Moore Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
Where Is Moore Reef?
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Moore Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 12m
Depth Note
PADI lists a 12m maximum depth and separates the site into drift, reef, wall, channel, and ocean sections.
Typical Conditions
Pontoon-based outer reef with easy platform sessions and more active tendered dives; weather and sea state matter more once you leave the platform.
Safety & Access At Moore Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Stick to the briefing for the tendered sections and treat the platform area separately from the more active outer-reef dives.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; tender and pontoon logistics are the practical default.
Local Intel For Moore Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Intro dives stay controlled near the platform, while certified divers can choose drift, wall, channel, swim-through, small-cave, ledge, and drop-off sections.
Moore Reef Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Moore Reef
Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Exposure Note
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Wildlife at Moore Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Moore Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Moore Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
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Moore Reef Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Moore Reef Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.reefmagic.com.au · Operator
Operator FAQ with marine life, coral health, and offshore visibility notes.
www.visitcairns.com.au · Tourism
Tourism product page with pontoon cruise, scuba program, and on-site activities.
www2.gbrmpa.gov.au · Official
Official management source with access rules and mooring/pontoon context for the Cairns area.
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