This dive site, Cherubs Cave, once had a small concrete cherub marking its main entrance, though this guardian has since vanished. Located off Moreton Island, it's a hidden underwater world waiting to be explored by adventurous divers. Navigation typically involves locating the main cave entrance and exploring the various passages and 'gutters' within the system, where specific marine life aggregates.
The waters surrounding Cherubs Cave are rich with pelagic life, frequently patrolled by barracuda, kingfish, and trevally. Divers can expect to encounter green turtles, large gropers, and wobbegong sharks. A major highlight is the presence of grey nurse sharks, which gather in the gutters, offering thrilling close-up encounters with these magnificent creatures.
The best time to visit Cherubs Cave for prime shark encounters, particularly with grey nurse sharks, is generally during their aggregation season, which in this region typically spans from winter to spring (May-November). Divers should be proficient in cave or cavern diving techniques and prepared for moderate currents. The site's depth and cave features make it unsuitable for snorkeling and generally not recommended for freedivers without specialized training.
