The Bookcase, Great Mercury Island

Rewarding wall dive with explorable cracks and rock formations.

Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site offers a rewarding experience on a straight wall leading to sandy bottom. Most divers can circumnavigate the rock formation in a single dive, but be aware of surge present near the corner closest to Great Mercury. The area is characterized by long cracks and crevices that run along the entire wall, providing opportunities for exploration. Interesting rock formations are located around the inner corner, creating a dynamic underwater landscape. It’s an excellent choice for those seeking varied terrain and intriguing features.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

wall divewide anglemacro photographyswim-through

Marine Life

Blue maomaoSnapperRed mokiLeatherjacketCrayfishWrasses

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Maximum depth of 25m and potential surge requires experience.

Hazards:
surgedepthboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 15.1°C

Wind

Tide

Swell

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