The Chimney
Why dive here
With 113+ marine species recorded in the area - including dugongs, grey reef sharks, humpback whales, sea turtles and tiger sharks - The Chimney offers some of Coral Sea's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 25-30°C, warmest January, February, March.
The Chimney is a pinnacle dive out in Australia's Coral Sea. It’s a narrow vertical shaft that you can descend through, opening out into the deeper reef. We've often seen grey reef sharks patrolling the outer walls and schools of barracuda hanging in the blue. It’s a great spot for advanced divers comfortable in enclosed spaces and with potential currents.
Reviews for The Chimney
Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Chimney
The Chimney Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for The Chimney, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-16.5, 148) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
79°F · Range: 25.4–29°C
Current Speed
10.3 cm/s
Direction: SE (119.1°)
Salinity
35.38 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
Plan & book
Ways to dive Coral Sea, from day trips to liveaboards.
Day trips & courses
via GetYourGuideGuided dives, courses and snorkel trips with instant booking.
Find dive trips in Coral SeaPlaces to stay
via Booking.comHotels and dive resorts near Coral Sea.
Search stays in Coral SeaDive insurance
Most travel insurance excludes or limits scuba. Check what you need before you go.
Dive insurance explainedPartner links: we may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. How we make money
Where to Stay near The Chimney
Prices from Booking.com. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.