SS Yongala Wreck

Region: Great Barrier Reef - Townsville

Skill Level: Advanced

Depth: 14-30m

Water Temperature: 22-28°C

Visibility: 10-25m

Best Time to Dive: April-November

Description: One of the worlds best wreck dives, the SS Yongala sank in 1911 and is now an artificial reef teeming with marine life. The 109-meter vessel attracts massive schools of fish and pelagic species.

Marine Life: Bull sharks, eagle rays, sea snakes, giant grouper, trevally, barracuda

Hazards: Strong currents, penetration hazards, marine life encounters

Facilities: Day boat access, advanced certification required