Tobruk Dive Centre

Slip beneath Hervey Bay's blue surface to explore an awe-inspiring warship reef and, in season, meet humpbacks up close.

Small-group, fully guided ex-HMAS Tobruk dives and intimate whale swim tours from Urangan Harbour with a local PADI 5 Star team.

Led by a family-run, award-winning, ecotourism-certified crew, you'll join two guided dives on Australia's ex-HMAS Tobruk, departing on demand from The Boat Club Marina, Urangan. Group sizes are capped for personalised attention, with air and ballast gear included and departures timed to tides for ideal conditions.

Resting on her starboard side just north of Hervey Bay, the wreck delivers a varied depth profile spanning 12–30 m and a remarkable swim-through of close to 120 m along the main tank deck — a genuinely rare Queensland experience. Expect colourful reef fish, anemones and schooling baitfish, with grouper, cod, wobbegong and rays on the sand for experienced divers.

From July to October, join a dedicated whale swim and watch experience with strictly limited numbers and all swim gear provided — a premium way to encounter humpbacks in Australia's Whale Watch heartland.

The centre also offers PADI training from beginner to Divemaster, plus kayak, snorkel and underwater scooter tours. Bring your certification and logbook; full gear hire is available. On-board toilet and ample parking make logistics easy, and the team can advise on accommodation near the harbour. Browse and click through to the operator website to plan and book.

What makes the ex-HMAS Tobruk dive special? Riveting scale and access. The wreck lies on her starboard side, offering a varied 12–30 m depth range and a swim-through of nearly 120 m along the main tank deck — a rare experience in Queensland — with abundant marine life throughout.

When do tours run and how long are they? Wreck dive tours run on demand year-round, with departure times adjusted each day to align with favourable tidal conditions. You'll complete two fully guided dives in around five hours on the water, maximising bottom time and safety.

Where do trips depart and how big are the groups? All tours head off from The Boat Club Marina at Urangan Harbour, Hervey Bay. Two high-speed dive vessels operate with strictly limited numbers — no more than 10 divers per trip — for personalised guidance and comfort.

What certification and gear do I need? Open Water and Advanced divers will both find suitable sections to explore. Bring your certification card/logbook. Air and weights are supplied; full equipment hire is available. A torch is recommended, plus a towel, warm jacket, hat and camera.

Can I swim with whales too? Yes. During the annual humpback migration from July to October, dedicated small-boat whale swim and watch tours operate with limited numbers and all swim gear provided for a safe, up-close encounter in Hervey Bay's renowned whale season.