Challenger Bay

A sheltered Ribbon Reef 10 site favoured for night dives, where giant trevally hunt in divers' torch beams. Calmer than the exposed pinnacles.

Depth

5–30m

Current

Mild

Diver level

Open water

Entry

Boat

Unique features

Sheltered sandy bottom scattered with bommies; a reliable day and night dive
Batfish, sweetlips, mackerel and tuna; octopus and moray on the coral heads
Night dives bring out hunting giant trevally

Sources & last checked

Checked July 2026

This is a researched draft, not yet human-verified. The seasonality and logistics are drawn from the sources below — confirm specifics (permits, fees, closures) with an operator before you book.

Ribbon Reefs dive sites - Challenger Bay — Spirit of Freedom
Ribbon Reefs Diving and Cod Hole — Dive The World

Note on the data: Coordinates are approximate; not surveyed dive-site GPS.