Yongala Wreck
Historic wreck teeming with abundant, diverse marine life.
Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
29m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site presents the wreck of the SS Yongala, a passenger ship that tragically sank in 1911. Located within the central section of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, it's situated approximately 48 nautical miles (89 km) southeast of Townsville and 12 nautical miles (22 km) east of Cape Bowling Green, Queensland, Australia. The Yongala met its end on March 23, 1911, while en route from Melbourne to Cairns when it was caught in a severe cyclone and sank south of Townsville. This site offers an opportunity to explore a significant historical wreck amidst the vibrant ecosystem of the reef.
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Plan Your Visit
wreckadvanced onlystrong currentssharkturtledrift divewide anglemanta raywhale
Marine Life
Giant GrouperOlive Sea SnakeEagle RayBull Sharkschools of trevallysoft corals and gorgoniansturtlesbarracuda
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Open ocean location, significant depth, and potentially strong currents require experience.
Hazards:
currentdepthmarine lifeboat traffic
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