About this place
It is the least visited of the three Rowley Shoals because the passage connecting the lagoon to the sea is extremely narrow and large vessels are unable to navigate it. Cunningham Island, an unvegetated sand cay, lies near the northern extremity of the reef.
Bookings are required to use the public moorings at Imperieuse Reef (outside the lagoon). Most charter vessels visit the shoals from September to December.
Safety information
Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!
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Imperieuse Reef
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Activities
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
Swimming
Plants, wildlife and fungi
Visit the Atlas of Living Australia for a list of species recorded within a 5km radius of Imperieuse Reef.
Traditional Owners
We recognise and acknowledge Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of Rowley Shoals.