BENEATH THE SURFACE
Some of Lord Howe Island’s greatest beauty is underwater.
The island’s marine environment brings together tropical, subtropical and temperate species, creating an extraordinary place to snorkel and explore.
DIVE WITH DIVE LORD HOWE
Dive Lord Howe is a long-established, five-star PADI dive resort offering a range of ways to experience the island’s remarkable underwater world.
Certified divers can join single or double dives, while beginners can book an introductory scuba experience. Dive courses, refresher dives and private snorkel-and-dive charters are also available. Sites are selected to suit the day’s conditions and may include the lagoon, outer reef, island coastline, Admiralty Islands and, when conditions allow, Ball’s Pyramid.
Advance bookings are recommended, particularly during busy travel periods.
You don’t necessarily need to venture far. Grab the snorkelling equipment provided at Hunter Bay House and head for the lagoon or one of the island’s beautiful beaches, or join us aboard MV Chamaeleon when conditions allow and explore somewhere further afield.
Look beneath the surface and you may discover colourful fish, coral, rays, turtles and an entirely different side of Lord Howe Island.
For those who would prefer to experience the underwater world without getting in the water, glass-bottom boat trips are also available on the lagoon from various local operators.
These tours offer a relaxed way to see the coral, fish and marine life beneath the lagoon and are a great option for families, young children and guests who may not wish to snorkel.
Ask the Hunter Bay House team for recommendations on glass-bottom boat operators and tours available during your stay. We’re always happy to share our local knowledge and help you find an experience that suits your group.
Whether you’re snorkelling from the beach, heading out aboard MV Chamaeleon or viewing the reef through a glass-bottom boat, there are so many ways to discover the incredible world beneath Lord Howe Island’s waters.
