HMAS Brisbane Shipwreck (Adventure Diving)

Sunshine Coast - Mooloolaba

from $199 AUD

IMPORTANT UPDATE!

Since Tropical Cyclone Alfred crossed the coast on March 9 2025, exciting changes have been made to the wreck! The forward smoke stack has been picked up off the primary hull structure, moved north, and placed down onto the sand completely intact! An amazing move by Mother Nature that has to be seen to be believed!
At this time, diving on the ex-HMAS Brisbane is EXTERNAL ONLY.

About the HMAS Shipwreck

Scuba dive the HMAS Brisbane Shipwreck

HMAS Brisbane has been intentionally scuttled to provide a unique wreck diving experience, while also creating an artificial reef. The boat itself is 133m long and was commissioned in 1967. She served in the Vietnam and Gulf wars and was decommissioned in 2003. Scuttled in 2005, divers have the unique opportunity to explore the wreck inside and out, with access to the engine and boiler rooms. There’s wide open entry and exist swim throughs, with lots of natural light.

Trip Overview

Depth range: 15 – 28 metres
Suitable for: Open water certified divers and above
Scheduled departures – Frequent

Highlights

  • HMAS Brisbane – Australian War Ship
  • Being able to penetrate the wreck safely with side holes cutout throughout the wreck
  • Depth: 15mtrs to 20mtrs
  • Currents: mild to medium
  • Dive Experience: open access wreck diving, coral reefs, caves, swim throughs and pinnacles
  • Marine Life: Both Pelagic and Macro life
  • Diver Level: Open Water +
  • Dive Guides: Included
  • Dive Equipment Extra

The Diving

Diving from Mooloolaba offers a number of different dive experiences which is great for divers wanting an array of underwater encounters and environments.  In addition to the HMAS Brisbane Wreck there is a range of offshore reef systems to explore. All are suitable for divers with Open Water certification, as dive depth does not exceed 18m and conditions are usually quite comfortable with limited swell and current.
Depending on the timing of your visit, divers might also be interested in the chance to swim with Humpback Whales and Mooloolaba is one of the few places you can experience this in Australia. This is a half day tour, catering to a maximum of 20 participants per trip. Wetsuits and snorkeling equipment is provided. Water temperatures range from 17-23 degrees and visibility can be up to 30m.

Other diving experiences available

  • Night Dive on the HMAS Shipwreck (Enquire at the time of booking)
  • Diving Flinders Reef
  • Local Reefs

Inclusions

  • 2 Certified dives on the wreck
  • Dive Guides
  • Unrestricted access to entire ship, including funnels, engine room and bridge
  • Light refreshments / water during surface interval

 

Optional Extra's

  • Merchandise available back at the Dive Centre after your dive
  • Camera Hire
  • Dive courses
  • Dive equipment rentals (if not already included), Nitrox & personal purchases.

Optional extras – Ex-HMAS Brisbane Double Dive
The following options are available to hire on the morning of the dive.

Nitrox Tanks and Weights (certification required)
2 x Nitrox Tanks and weights. (32%) -$50.00

Air Tanks and Weight Hire
2 x Air Tanks and weights – $40.00

Hire BCD
Hire one of our BCD’s. Serviced yearly to the highest standard – $15.00

Hire Regulators (Includes a console computer)
Hire a set of our regulators. This includes 1st and 2nd stages, an alternate air source, submersible pressure gauge and dive computer. $20.00

Hire Mask, Snorkel and Fins
Hire a set of our mask, snorkel and fins. $15.00

Hire Wetsuit
Hire one of our 5/4mm wetsuits suitable for year round use on the HMAS Brisbane – $15.00

Hire Torch
To explore the interior of the Ex-HMAS Brisbane it is compulsory to carry a dive torch – $10.00

Hire Gloves
Hire a pair of gloves. Protect your hands from cuts and abrasions – $10.00

GoPro Camera Hire
Capture your experience and take it home with you. We provide a 16GB micro SD card which you keep with all your photo’s and video’s on it. This gives approximately 1 hour of video footage. Larger cards are available for purchase or you can provide your own. If you provide your own there is no reduction in price but you will get the 16GB Card. $60.00

Private Guide (per Trip) – $300.00

Combine your Enriched Air Course – $165.00

Hire of Fins Only – $10.00

Hire Mask and Snorkel Only – $10.00

Hire Snorkel Only – $5.00

Pricing Tables

HMAS Shipwreck Dive - Double Dive

Option Cost
Certified Diver (No equipment) $199.00
Price includes 2 dives only. All gear hire including tanks, weights required can be organised on the morning at check in for your dive. Prices are per person.

Dive Flinders Reef - Double Dive

Option Cost
Certified Diver (No equipment) $250.00
Price includes 2 dives only. All gear hire including tanks, weights required can be organised on the morning at check in for your dive. Prices are per person.

Cancellation Policy

If the dive is cancelled due to poor weather, then all monies will be refunded or transferred to another day. It is necessary for you to give us at least 72hours notice should you need to cancel or transfer your booking. Failure to do so will incur 100% cancellation fee of tour price.

Trip Confirmations:

As with all our dives, your confirmation of the trip will depend on the sea conditions and weather. We will monitor this closely and if the weather or sea conditions are unsuitable, we will contact you by 3:30pm the day before your trip to confirm the status of your trip and departure time.

Full Itinerary

Dives are scheduled for morning (weather permitting) and regular afternoon and night dives to the Brisbane Shipwreck.

Approximate Departure times:

Morning Dives depart 8.30am and are complete by around 12:30pm

Afternoon Dives depart 1.00pm are completed by 4:00pm.

Trip confirmations: As with all our dives, your confirmation of the trip will depend on the sea conditions and weather. We will monitor this closely and if the weather or sea conditions are unsuitable, however we recommend you contact the operator the day before to confirm your trip and the departure time.

Seasickness and equalization: If you find yourself dealing with seasickness or being unable to equalize, our crew will look after you and ensure you are comfortable and safe. However, as this is not something in our control we will not issue any rebookings or refunds for inability to equalise or being seasick and not completing dives. We suggest you consider seasickness tablets to minimize the risk of seasickness affecting your trip. 

Equipment:

If you have all your own equipment, please remember that to dive the Ex-HMAS Brisbane during the day you must have a snorkel, computer, SMB, a whistle, and a torch along with the rest of your scuba equipment (BCD, tanks, weights regulators, mask, snorkel, fins, wet suit, gloves).

If you don’t have all your equipment, all of the above required items are available for purchase or hire from our shop along with the rest of the necessary scuba equipment (BCD, tanks, weights regulators, mask, snorkel, fins, wet suit, gloves).

Diver Statement: Each diver must complete a Sunreef Diver Statement before diving. This will be sent out to you with your booking confirmation. If any of the medical questions on your Diver Statement or at check in are answered ‘YES’, a doctor’s clearance may be required before you can dive with us. If a doctor’s clearance is required and cannot be produced on the day of your dive, the cancellation policies on the operators Terms and Conditions will apply.

Parking: The Wharf complex has all day parking available, however please keep in mind especially if you are on an 11:30 am or later trip that parking can sometimes get very busy. Please give yourself at least 15 – 20 minutes for parking. We recommend that you park your vehicle in the Sea Life (Underwater World) car park at The Wharf Mooloolaba, 123 Parkyn Parade.

FAQ

What is the cancellation policy for this trip?

If the dive is cancelled due to poor weather, then all monies will be refunded or transferred to another day. It is necessary for you to give us at least 48 hours notice should you need to cancel or transfer your booking. Failure to do so will incur 100% cancellation fee of tour price. If cancelled or transferred within 24 hours, full payment is forfeited

Trip Confirmations

As with all our dives, your confirmation of the trip will depend on the sea conditions and weather. We will monitor this closely and if the weather or sea conditions are unsuitable, we will contact you by 3:30pm the day before your trip to confirm the status of your trip and departure time.

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