Can you dive at Moreton Island?

Whether you’re an Introductory (beginner/unlicensed) or Certified Diver (licensed), Adventure Moreton Island has a Scuba diving experience to suit you! The Tangalooma Shipwrecks are Moreton Island’s premier dive location.

Can you swim out to the wrecks at Tangalooma?

Tangalooma Wrecks Beach The Tangalooma Wrecks are located outside of the resort property, just a 15-20 minute walk from central Tangalooma Island Resort, making it a popular destination for unguided swimming and snorkeling.

How deep is the water at Tangalooma wrecks?

The depth of the water ranges from 16-27 metres however some of the wrecks are only about 12 metres down.

How did the Tangalooma wrecks get there?

History of the Tangalooma Wrecks It was decided to sink fifteen junk ships along the sandbank to form a break wall, providing a safe anchorage for the boats. Due to the unique feature of the sunken boats, the island’s harbour solution became an instant tourist attraction.

Is it safe to swim at Moreton Island?

With approximately 11 kilometres of shoreline to the north of Moreton Island, the beaches are often pretty safe for swimming however please be aware that the ever changing beachfront can allow for occasional rips.

Is Moreton Island safe to swim?

Can you drink water at Tangalooma?

“As the sand grains on the island are only tiny in size, it is an extremely efficient way of filtering the rainwater and we tap into this and supply the resort with the most pure and natural potable water possible,” the website said.

Are there tiger sharks in Moreton Bay?

Rare humpback dolphins, dugongs and turtles, as well as a range of sharks – including hammerheads and tigers, as well as bulls – shelter in Moreton Bay’s waters, which are protected by some of Australia’s largest sand islands, including South Stradbroke, North Stradbroke and Moreton.