cocoskeelingislands.com.au · Official Tourism
Official Cocos dive page for Ski Run with the 15-40 m profile and reef-edge layout.
Local operator required
Only one dive operator runs the islands, so prebooking is essential.
Classic Cocos atoll boat dive with a reef-edge start, sand slope, and repeat-worthy marine life; best handled in warm-water, calm-lagoon conditions.
About Ski Run
Ski Run is a classic Cocos atoll reef dive: start on the coral edge, slide down a sand slope to the glassfish bommie, and work the line for feeding trevally, sleeping whitetip reef sharks, and long garden eels. It is a compact, boat-led site that rewards calm water, tidy buoyancy, and an unhurried pace over the reef edge.
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Research Estimate At Ski Run
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Ski Run?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Ski Run Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 40m
Depth Note
Reported at 15-40 m, with the main line starting on the coral edge before it drops along sand to the glassfish bommie.
Best Season
Year-round, with the calmest windows outside the main trade-wind stretch.
Typical Conditions
Warm tropical water, clear coral reef conditions, and a reef-edge start over sand. Trade winds can make the lagoon breezier from July to October.
Safety & Access At Ski Run
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficSharp coralWaves
Safety Notes
Watch coral contact along the edge, keep depth and gas planning conservative on the 40 m slope, and let the boat briefing set the pickup plan.
Access Restrictions
Prebooking is essential because there is only one operator on the islands and boat spaces can fill quickly.
Legal Notes
Follow local reef-contact and marine-area rules, and respect the operator's briefing on pickup and entry timing.
Local Intel For Ski Run
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
This is a classic reef-edge to sand-slope scuba profile, with enough depth to reward slow trim, simple gas planning, and an unhurried look at the bommie.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the main line drops quickly into scuba depths and is best approached by boat.
Snorkeling
A snorkel look at the shallow reef edge may be possible in very calm water, but Ski Run is mainly a scuba site.
Wildlife at Ski Run
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Ski Run
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Ski Run
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
