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Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef

Iconic Ribbon Reef pinnacle with dense fish life and macro critters.

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The site is reached by liveaboard or outer-reef boat itineraries rather than independent shore access.

Boat-only pinnacle dive on Ribbon Reef No. 3, usually planned from liveaboards for multi-level laps, fish action, and macro hunting in clear water.

About Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef

Steve's Bommie is a famous Ribbon Reef pinnacle where a coral-covered bommie rises through clear water and concentrates both schooling fish and hidden macro life. Trevallies, fusiliers, barracuda, and reef sharks work the blue around the structure, while nudibranchs, pipefish, stonefish, and anemonefish fill the cracks, ledges, and anemone gardens.

Research Estimate At Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef

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VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Current StrengthLight current

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Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

30m - 35m

Depth Note

Public site guides describe the pinnacle rising from roughly 35 m to a shallow crown.

Best Season

Steve's Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef is dived year-round, with many operators favoring the drier months for their clearest water and seasonal Ribbon Reef itineraries.

Typical Conditions

Usually clear-water pinnacle diving with manageable current, concentrated fish life, and enough structure for both wide-angle and macro-focused laps.

Safety & Access At Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef

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Key Hazards

Dangerous wildlife

Safety Notes

Watch for stonefish when inspecting cracks and crevices.

Local Intel For Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef

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Scuba

A pinnacle dive in deep, clear water with marine life around the structure and in its crevices.

Freedive

Experienced breath-hold divers sometimes favor the shallow crown and clear water when conditions are calm, but the site is primarily run as a scuba pinnacle dive.

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Exposure Profile at Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef

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Wildlife at Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef

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Recent Logged Visits At Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef

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Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef Guide - Sources and Updates

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www.mikeball.com · Operator

Operator overview for Ribbon Reefs including Steve's Bommie wildlife and profile.

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