Aldesta Heron Island Pty Ltd

Heron Island is known the world over for its excellent Great Barrier Reef dive sites. We have 20 sites to explore on the Heron and Wistari Reefs, only minutes away from the jetty.

The waters around Heron Island are relatively shallow (avg depth 10-15 metres) and are teeming with reef fish, turtles, reef sharks, and an endless variety of marine invertebrates. Mantas are typically seen in winter. Green turtles nest on the island from November to April. Around 60% of the 1,500 species of fish, and around 72% of the coral species found on the Great Barrier Reef call the waters around Heron Island home.

Heron Island caters to all levels of marine enthusiasts from the novice snorkeler to experienced divers, and offers PADI™ certified courses as well.