Norfolk Island might just be the South Pacific’s best-kept diving secret. With world-class visibility, pristine marine life and a relaxed local dive scene, it offers something rare – untouched reefs, thriving ecosystems, and no crowds.
You won’t find flashy dive hubs or resort tanks here. Just clear waters, coral-covered rock formations, and a community that protects what it loves.
Dive sites here don’t come with queues or boats full of strangers. Instead, you’ll slip into calm waters and explore coral outcrops teeming with colour and movement. Over 60 marine species call these reefs home, including reef sharks, nudibranchs, and schools of bright fish that shimmer in the sunlit shallows.
With visibility often reaching 50 metres and water temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C, diving conditions are comfortable year-round. The absence of commercial trawling and self-imposed conservation efforts mean marine stocks are thriving – making each dive not just beautiful, but meaningful.
To get the most from your experience, we recommend planning ahead. Contact the Norfolk Island Visitor Information Centre to connect with local dive guides and ensure you’re equipped for the best dive sites and conditions.
Beneath the surface of Norfolk Island lies one of Australia’s most extraordinary marine environments. Established in 2012, the Norfolk Marine Park spans more than 188,000 square kilometres – yet it’s the only Australian Marine Park you can reach by simply stepping off the beach.
Here, warm Coral Sea currents meet the cool waters of the Tasman, creating ideal conditions for an astonishing range of marine life. From reef fish and corals to turtles, whales, and tuna, the biodiversity is breathtaking – and it’s no accident. Thanks to strong local stewardship and careful protection zones, these waters remain among the healthiest in the Pacific.
The park’s seafloor includes underwater mountains, deep canyons, and shipwreck the HMS Sirius, resting just offshore. It’s a place where nature, history and conservation meet .
