Ningaloo Reef Dive - Ningaloo Reef
The team at Ningaloo Reef Dive are the real deal, genuine reef fanatics who know Ningaloo like the back of their fins. We love their commitment to keeping things small, focusing on intimate groups that let you actually enjoy the dive rather than dodging other divers. If you’re looking for a low-key, professional outfit that puts the reef first, these are your people. They excel at introductory experiences and PADI courses, making them a top pick for anyone new to diving or looking to get certified in a truly special place. Our favourite thing about Ningaloo Reef Dive is their knack for finding the quieter corners. We’ve been out with them and drifted through schools of surgeonfish, watching reef sharks glide by, all without another boat in sight. You’ll feel that warm Indian Ocean current on your face, hear the crackle of the reef, and often spot green turtles just cruising past. They’re super honest about conditions, which we appreciate – no sugar-coating if the wind’s up, but they’ll always find the best protected spot. Our tip? Ask them about an early morning start; the light is softer, and the reef feels like it’s just waking up. They don't rent gear, so plan for that, but it's a small trade-off for their dedicated approach.
- Location
- Ningaloo Reef, Australia, Australasia
- Coordinates
- -23.141634, 113.773415
- Phone
- +61 8 9942 5824
- [email protected]
- Website
- https://www.ningalooreefdive.com/
- Certification Agencies
- PADI
- Courses
- PADI Dive Courses, Introductory SCUBA diving programs
- Equipment Rental
- no
Dive Sites Near Ningaloo Reef Dive
Ningaloo Reef Dive provides access to 15 dive sites in Ningaloo Reef.
- 5 Mile Reef (reef)
- Baylis Patches (reef)
- Beryl Reef (reef)
- Black Ledge (reef)
- Bowers Ledge (reef)
- Brewis Reef (reef)
- Bundegi Reef (reef)
- Combe Reef (reef)
- Coral Bay (reef)
- Darwin Reefs (reef)
- Darwin Reefs (reef)
- Exmouth Gulf
- Exmouth Reef (reef)
- Glennie Patches (reef)
- Lighthouse Bay - 5-15m (reef)
Other Dive Centres in Ningaloo Reef
Best Time to Dive in Ningaloo Reef
The warmest water temperatures in Ningaloo Reef occur in February, averaging 22.9°C. The coolest conditions are in August at 16.8°C.
Monthly Water Temperatures
- January: 22.4°C
- February: 22.9°C
- March: 22.9°C
- April: 21.1°C
- May: 19.2°C
- June: 17.9°C
- July: 17.1°C
- August: 16.8°C
- September: 17.5°C
- October: 18.4°C
- November: 19.8°C
- December: 21.8°C
Marine Life in Ningaloo Reef
Home to 10 recorded species including 5 reef fish, 3 seagrass & algae, 2 sharks & rays.
Notable Marine Life
- Banded Toadfish (Torquigener pleurogramma) - Reef Fish
- Bronze whaler (Carcharhinus brachyurus) - Sharks & Rays
- Yellow-eye Mullet (Aldrichetta forsteri) - Reef Fish
- Blue Rock Whiting (Haletta semifasciata) - Reef Fish
- Species code: Ag (Amphibolis griffithii) - Seagrass & Algae
- Tiger Shark (Galeocerdo cuvier) - Sharks & Rays
- Species code: Pa (Posidonia australis) - Seagrass & Algae
- Sea Nymph (Amphibolis antarctica) - Seagrass & Algae
- Common Silver Belly (Gerres subfasciatus) - Reef Fish
- Blushing Wrasse (Coris auricularis) - Reef Fish
Recommended Packing List for Ningaloo Reef
Based on average water temperature of 19.8°C, currents 11 cm/s.
- Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 20°C water
- Mask - essential for every dive
- Fins
- BCD - buoyancy compensator
- Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
- Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
- Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
- Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
- Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories