This dive site, Norman Reef, is a prime location within the Great Barrier Reef's outer section, highly accessible from Eastern Australia. Divers and snorkelers can navigate a vibrant reef flat at 1.5 meters before exploring a dynamic drop-off that descends to 8 meters. There is no specific historical record provided for the site itself beyond its natural formation as part of the ancient GBR system.
Norman Reef is celebrated for its exceptional biodiversity, hosting hundreds of bright-colored fish species. Visitors can expect to encounter typical Great Barrier Reef inhabitants such as parrotfish, anemonefish, surgeonfish, various reef sharks, sea turtles, and a rich variety of hard and soft corals.
The optimal time to visit Norman Reef, consistent with the broader Great Barrier Reef region, is during the dry season, generally from May to October, for the best weather and visibility. This site is particularly well-suited for snorkelers due to its shallow reef flat and for freedivers who can enjoy the accessible 8-meter drop-off. Scuba divers of all experience levels will find the abundant marine life and clear waters highly rewarding.
