Western Australia · 22 sites
Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands dive sites
The Houtman Abrolhos, 60 km off Geraldton, are 122 islands with coral reefs, the Batavia (1629) wreck site and huge crayfish populations in water that mixes tropical and temperate species. Geraldton itself has the Point Moore reefs and the SS Sunbeam and other wrecks.
- Sites
- 22
- Wrecks
- 7
- Shore
- 2
- Boat
- 17
- Beginner
- 9
- Deepest
- 38 m
Conditions outlook · Late September – October 2026
Written 27 September 2026September–November is one of the two Abrolhos windows: the Geraldton boats run multi-day trips to the islands and the Batavia and Zeewijk wreck reefs in 20–21 °C water, and the Australian sea lions at the islands are active.
Getting there
Charters and short liveaboards from Geraldton, five hours north of Perth, mostly in spring and autumn.
When to go
March to May and September to November.
Water & suit
Summer 22-24 °C · winter 20-21 °C. 3-5 mm wetsuit
Nearest chamber: Fiona Stanley Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit (Murdoch, Perth) – requires aeromedical evacuation (RFDS) from this remote site
Most recorded marine life in Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands
- Buffalo bream 16
- Coral trout 10
- Wrasse 10
- Baldchin groper 9
- Sergeant majors 8
- Parrotfish 6
- Wa dhufish 6
- Sweep 5
- Western rock lobster 5
- Sponges 4
- Yellowtail kingfish 4
- Corals 3
- Turtles 3
- Ascidians 2
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The most-dived sites in Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands
Suggested trip
A 3-day dive trip to Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands
Built from the sites in this region: an easy start, the signature dives, then something deeper or further. Swap days around the weather; the site pages say which winds and swell close each one.
Build your own Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands plan: pick days, level and must-dive sites →Day 1 · Settle in
Start with Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands's easier shore dives: check your weighting, get used to the water temperature and dive the sheltered side of the coast.
- Point Moore (Geraldton)Shore/Rock Platform · Max 15 m · Open Water
- Geraldton Harbour Breakwater & JettiesJetty/Pier · Max 8 m · Open Water
Day 2 · The signature dives
A charter day on the sites people travel to Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands for, including Batavia Wreck Site (Morning Reef).
- Batavia Wreck Site (Morning Reef)Wreck · Max 7 m · Open Water
- South Tomi WreckWreck · Max 25 m · Advanced Open Water
Day 3 · Deeper or further
For divers with the certification and the weather: the deeper walls, pinnacles or less-visited sites of Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands.
- Anemone Lump (Easter Group)Pinnacle/Bommie · Max 38 m · Deep/Advanced + experience
- Beacon Island Dive TrailReef · Max 32 m · Deep/Advanced + experience
Dive centres and charters in Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands
All Western Australia operators →Operators recorded as running sites in this region. Each profile lists the specific sites it goes to.
Batavia Coast Dive & Watersports
ListedConfirmed Sept 2026
Geraldton · Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands · WA
A Geraldton business providing equipment, training and support for divers heading to the Abrolhos Islands.
bataviacoastdive.com.au · (08) 9921 4229
Full serviceRetailTraining5 services11 sites
Eco Abrolhos Cruises
Named by sitesConfirmed Sept 2026
Geraldton · Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands · WA
Liveaboard cruise operator to the Abrolhos Islands.
ecoabrolhos.com.au · (08) 9964 5101
14 sites
Map of Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands dive sites
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18 pinned sites. Pins marked approximate on their pages show the general area only; not for navigation.
All 22 Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands dive sites
All Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands sites at a glance
22 sites in Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands · click a column to sort
| Anemone Lump (Easter Group) | Pinnacle/Bommie | Max 38 m | Deep/Advanced + experience | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Batavia Wreck Site (Morning Reef) | Wreck | Max 7 m | Open Water | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Beacon Island Dive Trail | Reef | Max 32 m | Deep/Advanced + experience | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Ben Ledi & Windsor Wrecks (Pelsaert Group) | Wreck | Max 6 m | Open Water | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Coral Patches (Pelsaert Group) | Reef | Max 17 m | Open Water | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Drummond Cove | Shore/Rock Platform | Max 10 m | Open Water | Shore | Rare |
| Easter Group – Rat Island & Little Sandy Island | Reef | Max 15 m | Open Water | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Geraldton Harbour Breakwater & Jetties | Jetty/Pier | Max 8 m | Open Water | Shore | Rare |
| Hadda Wreck (Beacon Island) | Wreck | Max 6 m | Snorkel/Any | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Half Moon Reef (Pelsaert Group) | Reef | Max 25 m | Advanced Open Water | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Horrocks Beach Reefs | Shore/Rock Platform | Max 20 m | Advanced Open Water | Shore | Rare |
| Lighthouse Passage & Hell's Gates (Geraldton) | Reef | Max 18 m | Open Water | Boat (day trip) | Rare |
| Long Island (Wallabi Group) | Island | Max 15 m | Open Water | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Mayhill Wreck (Geraldton) | Wreck | Max 6 m | Open Water | Shore | Rare |
| Morley Island Dive Trail | Reef | Max 25 m | Advanced Open Water | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Pelsaert Island & Drop-off | Wall | Max 25 m | Advanced Open Water | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| Point Moore (Geraldton) | Shore/Rock Platform | Max 15 m | Open Water | Shore | Occasional |
| Rolland Passage (Easter Group) | Drift | Max 30 m | Advanced Open Water | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
| South Tomi Wreck | Wreck | Max 25 m | Advanced Open Water | Boat (day trip) | Rare |
| Turtle Bay (East Wallabi Island) | Shore/Rock Platform | Max 5 m | Snorkel/Any | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Weekly |
| Xantho Wreck (Port Gregory) | Wreck | Max 5 m | Open Water | Boat (day trip) | Rare |
| Zeewijk Wreck (Half Moon Reef) | Wreck | Max 8 m | Open Water | Boat (multi-day/liveaboard) | Expedition |
Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands diving FAQ
How do I get to the dive sites in Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands?
Charters and short liveaboards from Geraldton, five hours north of Perth, mostly in spring and autumn.
When is the best time to dive Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands?
March to May and September to November.
How many dive sites are there in Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands?
22 documented sites, including 7 wrecks and 2 that can be dived independently from the shore. The deepest reaches 38 m.
Are there beginner dive sites in Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands?
Yes, 9 sites are rated beginner. Look for the green Beginner tag in the list below, and check the weather notes on each page before diving.
How cold is the water in Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands?
Typically 22-24 °C in summer and 20-21 °C in winter. Most divers wear 3-5 mm wetsuit.
Which dive centres operate in Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands?
Batavia Coast Dive & Watersports, Eco Abrolhos Cruises are recorded as running sites in Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands. Each site page lists the operators known to go there.
Where is the nearest recompression chamber to Geraldton & Abrolhos Islands?
Fiona Stanley Hospital Hyperbaric Medicine Unit (Murdoch, Perth) – requires aeromedical evacuation (RFDS) from this remote site. In an emergency call 000, then DAN Asia-Pacific on 1800 088 200.
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