SS Yongala Wreck✓ data verified
Australia · Oceania · Coral Sea
3.6
/ 5
★★★★☆
Wreck diving with 4 standout species — a strong choice for experienced divers.
Level Advanced
Marine life
4.5
Visibility
3.0
Accessibility
3.2
Facilities
2.5
Pros
- Good visibility around 18 m
- 4 standout marine species
- Diveable year-round
Cons
- Moderate currents can pick up
Best for
Not for
Plan your trip
$$$$🛏️
Suggested stay
1–2 days
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Cost level
Relative cost $$$$ · ≈ $185/day
Very remote — few operators means higher cost and fewer choices.
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Where to stay
Day-boat diving based at a dedicated dive resort or dive centre. A quiet, remote site — book lodging well in advance.
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Real daily cost in Australia
Around $185/day per person · food $61 · hotel $151
Good to know
- Moderate current that makes for an easy, relaxed drift.
- Conditions can be demanding; dive with an operator who knows the site.
- Built for experienced divers — an Advanced Open Water cert is a good idea.
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Depth
15–33 m (49–108 ft)
Visibility
18 m (59 ft)
Water temp
22–28°C (72–82°F)
Current
Moderate
Best season
Year-round
Certification
Advanced
Dive shops
2
Why go
SS Yongala Wreck lies in the Coral Sea off Australia and is centred on wreck dives, turning sunken vessels into reef-like habitat. Dives run to 33 m with around 18 m visibility, moderate currents and sea temperatures of 22–28°C. Marine highlights include giant grouper, rays, schooling fish and turtles. Diving is possible year-round, typically reached by boat. Built for experienced divers. An Advanced Open Water certification is recommended.
Site type
Wreck
Access
Boat
Loved it. Getting there by boat was easy, and the water was a comfortable 22–28°C.
I bring my AOW students here. The moderate current makes a proper dive plan essential, and the briefing matters.
Wasn't sure what to expect, and it completely won me over.