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Marine forecast via Copernicus Marine. Score is a rule-based guide from swell/wind vs. the site's exposure — always dive your own assessment.
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About this site
Nelly Bay Snorkel Trail is located at Magnetic Island, just off Townsville on the coast of Queensland, Australia. It sits within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park region, reached from the Nelly Bay area of the island. The trail is rated a beginner site, making it accessible to those new to snorkeling.
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Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.
Blacktip Reef SharkCarcharhinus melanopterusReported here · unconfirmed
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