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Operator page describing the southern mooring, swim-through depth, light-wind preference, and current-line fish.
Dive Spot Guide•
Split Bommie, Hastings Reef
Southern Hastings Reef bommies with sharks and swim-throughs
Boat-access outer-reef site with shallow bommies, a swim-through, and calm-to-settled conditions that suit snorkelers and beginners.
About Split Bommie, Hastings Reef
Split Bommie, Hastings Reef is a boat-access outer-reef site built around split bommies, a swim-through, and shallow coral structure that makes the route feel playful rather than technical. Light winds are the friendliest conditions here because swell can wrap around the southern end of the reef, but when the day is settled the site delivers easy navigation, strong color, and a lot of fish movement in a compact area.
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Research Estimate At Split Bommie, Hastings Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Split Bommie, Hastings Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Split Bommie, Hastings Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 20m
Depth Note
The swim-through is around 12m, with Split Bommie itself running from shallow bommies down to about 20m depending on the route and charter.
Best Season
May to October usually brings the calmer, drier weather that suits this outer-reef mooring best.
Typical Conditions
Shallow bommies, a swim-through, coral cover, and fish gathering in the current line; better trips are chosen for light winds and settled sea state.
Safety & Access At Split Bommie, Hastings Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Use the mooring line and keep clear of the split swim-through when the swell is up. Follow the crew's line choice and briefing closely.
Access Restrictions
Best in light winds and settled outer-reef conditions. The southern end can wrap swell around the reef, so the skipper may choose the day carefully.
Legal Notes
Standard Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and charter rules apply; use the boat crew's briefing and mooring plan.
Local Intel For Split Bommie, Hastings Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow profile noted as suitable for beginner divers.
Freediving
Freediving works only in the shallowest parts. The swim-through and bommies are better treated as a snorkel or scuba route.
Snorkeling
Good snorkel site on calm days, especially around the shallow bommies and reef flat.
Wildlife at Split Bommie, Hastings Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Split Bommie, Hastings Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Split Bommie, Hastings Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
