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Peanuts
Beaver Reef drift dive to Friendship Bommie.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
Local operator required
A Mission Beach operator handles the outer-reef run, site selection, and pickup timing.
Guided drift along Beaver Reef's northern edge with coral outcrops, white sand, and regular manta, eagle ray, and turtle sightings.
About Peanuts
Easy-moderate drift dive along the northern edge of Beaver Reef, weaving through coral outcrops and white sand before finishing at Friendship Bommie, with manta and eagle ray passes and turtles on the shallower reef.
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Research Estimate At Peanuts
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 26m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Peanuts?
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Peanuts Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 22m
Depth Note
Northern Beaver Reef drift with coral gardens and bommies down to about 22 m.
Best Season
Year-round; May to November usually brings the clearest water and the most comfortable drift conditions.
Typical Conditions
A mild-to-moderate outer-reef drift with coral gardens, white sand, bommies, and frequent pelagic passes.
Safety & Access At Peanuts
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficStrong current
Safety Notes
Keep close to the guide's plan and use the reef line rather than pushing into open water when the drift picks up.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; best for certified divers comfortable with a gentle-to-moderate drift.
Legal Notes
Follow local operator direction and Great Barrier Reef Marine Park rules.
Local Intel For Peanuts
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Best for guided divers who are comfortable following a drift and pausing to watch rays and turtles.
Freedive
Not a natural freedive target; the site is built around a boat-supported drift profile.
Snorkel
The Beaver Reef system can work for snorkeling trips, but Peanuts itself reads more naturally as a guided scuba drift.
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Wildlife at Peanuts
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Avg. Visibility26m
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Peanuts Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.missionbeachdive.com.au · Operator
Locally owned PADI centre with small-group outer-reef boat trips, snorkel support, and Mission Beach-based logistics.
www.tripadvisor.co.uk · Community
Community review mentioning Beaver Cay and Friendship Bommie as part of the Beaver Reef system.
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