Yongala Dive

Exploring the S.S. Yongala is a diving experience matched by few other places on the planet. The combination of the wreck’s mysterious history and the vast amount of resident marine life make the Yongala a must-do bucket list dive. As a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort uniquely positioned in Alva Beach (Ayr, QLD), we are the fastest way to get to the wreck. We offer amazing diving with small groups and experienced dive staff.

AccommodationTour & Transport

Experiences

Guided Tours
Cruise tour/Boat tour

Snorkelling/Diving
Marine / Water-based tours

Sustainability Commitment

Yongala Dive aims to be the best environmentally sound Scuba Diving business in Alva Beach. To achieve this objective, staff and management must ensure that all work practices are done in such a way to minimise environmental impacts and enhance our customer’s appreciation of the SS Yongala Wreck and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. All Yongala Dive staff are to ensure that they are familiar with our environmental policies, and that these policies are adhered to. Failure to adhere to the policies will result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal.

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Accessibility

Accessibility considerations may be accommodated, contact operator for details

Accessibility Details

Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances

Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour

A single-wide mobile home with beige siding and a green metal awning, situated in a grassy area with a few palm trees and bushes nearby. The home, number 14, feels like a tranquil escape, reminiscent of the serene beauty found while scuba diving near the Great Barrier Reef.

Yongala Dive Lodge

Queenslander style accommodation with a maximum occupancy of 12 people. One Queen Room,
two Dorm Rooms (6 bed and 4 bed), shared bathroom, lounge and cooking facilities and Ooutdoor entertainment areas: BBQ, hammock, chess and tables.

A scuba diver shines a light through the large circular opening of a submerged shipwreck during the Yongala Dive, with a yellow and white striped fish in the foreground and schools of small fish swimming around.

Day Trip to the S.S.YONGALA

Yongala Dive offer day trips to one of Australia’s top dives sites, the historic S S Yongala Wreck. In 30 minutes Yongala Dive will transport you to the dive of your dreams in their purpose built 10m rigid inflatable boat. Experience giant Queensland gropers, huge marble rays, schooling barracuda, sea snakes, turtles and much more. It’s a dive you will never forget!