This dive site, known as 3 mile Bommie, is a significant offshore reef system spanning approximately 30 hectares, located three nautical miles from The Entrance, Australia. It offers a diverse range of dive experiences, from shallow reef ecosystems to deeper sections, including intriguing shallow caves and channels. While specific historical details or stories behind its naming beyond its distance from shore are not provided, its extensive size ensures a varied underwater exploration, with different sections offering unique navigational challenges and rewards for divers.
The Bommie is teeming with a rich variety of marine life. Divers can expect to encounter large individual species such as Blue Gropers, wobbegong sharks, and the impressive grey nurse sharks. Furthermore, the site is frequented by large schools of pelagic kingfish, yellowtails, and bream. The reef also supports vibrant sessile communities, indicating a healthy ecosystem for smaller macro life and corals.
While the best time to visit isn't specified, typical Australian east coast conditions suggest warmer months (late spring to autumn) would offer the most comfortable diving temperatures and potentially higher visibility. Divers should be prepared for varying depths and potential currents due to its offshore location. Freedivers will find the shallow reefs and caves particularly appealing for breath-hold exploration, making it a versatile destination for both scuba and freediving enthusiasts.
