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General Neil Island seasonality and visibility guide.
Dive Spot Guide•
Neil Lighthouse
Collapsed lighthouse reef around Neil Lighthouse
Local operator required
Short boat transfer and timing depend on sea state and the Neil Island dive center.
Boat-access reef off Neil Island's main jetty with a compact circular profile, coral-coated structure, and easy pacing for beginner-friendly dives.
About Neil Lighthouse
Neil Lighthouse is a compact reef built around a collapsed lighthouse just off Neil Island. The site rewards slow, close-in diving: follow the coral-coated structure, pause in the gaps between the pillars, and then ease around the outer ring where fish and turtles often hold. It is a strong choice for beginners and relaxed photographers who want a calm, low-drama dive with plenty of structure and easy visual payoff. Plan it for settled seas, because the shallow edge can feel more active when wind or swell picks up.
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Research Estimate At Neil Lighthouse
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Neil Lighthouse?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Neil Lighthouse Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 11m
Depth Note
Collapsed lighthouse structure spans roughly 5-12 m, with operator pages quoting a max depth around 10-11 m.
Best Season
October to May
Typical Conditions
Shallow, clear, and relaxed in the calm season; more movement and shorter visibility windows when weather turns.
Safety & Access At Neil Lighthouse
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Restricted accessSurge
Safety Notes
Keep off the coral, watch the shallow ring for surge, and stay close to the guide when the site gets lively.
Access Restrictions
Boat access recommended. Use a local operator and avoid treating the site as a self-serve shore entry.
Legal Notes
Follow the local dive operator's briefing and any island or marine-zone access rules that apply to the boat schedule.
Local Intel For Neil Lighthouse
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Slow buoyancy and patient reef scanning pay off here. The site is compact, so divers can move deliberately and spend time on the structure rather than covering distance.
Freediving
Possible only as a guide-led calm-water option; the site is mainly a scuba dive because the interest is tied to the structure and reef edge.
Snorkeling
Only the shallowest edge may work in very calm water; the site is better as a shallow dive than a snorkel stop.
Wildlife at Neil Lighthouse
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Neil Lighthouse
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Neil Lighthouse
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
