Australia
Port Douglas
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Port Douglas is a coastal town in tropical North Queensland, acting as a gateway to the northern Great Barrier Reef. It’s a practical base for day trips to nearby reef sites, outer-reef drift dives, and marine parks; several dive centers operate here offering courses, equipment, and boats to the reef. The area enjoys warm tropical conditions, clear water in season, and abundant marine life typical of the Great Barrier Reef region, with a focus on accessible offshore dives suitable for various skill levels.
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Dive sites and dive centers around Port Douglas
Nearby Dive Sites (6)
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- 26.2 km · 52 min
- 39.1 km · 78 min
- 45.4 km · 91 min
- 50.7 km · 101 min
- 56.4 km · 113 min
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Nearby cities for scuba diving around Port Douglas
The best time to dive in Port Douglas
The best months to dive in Port Douglas are from January to Febuary and December. Temperatures are confortable (26-27°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.
Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.
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