Meet the site
Liars Strait (spelt 'Liar Straight' in the original post) is known only from the Bounty Divers blog, written when Bounty Divers operated on Norfolk Island. The post describes it as a relatively new dive site at the time, 'rivaling any dive site in the world', where at least seven different green turtles were seen on one dive.
Green turtles are regular around Norfolk, and Nigel Marsh records them at The Crack on Nepean Island, but seven individuals on one dive suggests a feeding or resting area where turtles concentrate. A 'strait' suggests a channel between rocks or islands, where current brings in food and fish; such channels often have strong water movement and rich growth.
Because Bounty Divers is no longer operating and the site was new when described, it is not known whether it is still dived or known under this name. Norfolk Island Diving, the current operator, may know it by another name. Divers interested in turtles should ask. The Marine Life Network describes turtles among Norfolk's regular fauna, together with kingfish, trevally, stingrays, groper, morwong and rock cod, and a broad range of corals, sponges and black coral trees.
Position, depth, exposure and suitability are all unknown, and numeric fields are left blank rather than guessed. As with every Norfolk dive, it will be subject to the island's south-east trades and ocean swell, and there is no chamber on the island. Book through Norfolk Island Diving well in advance.
Research this site before booking Stored site notes may be historical. These questions highlight gaps without turning old instructions into a current dive plan.
Liars Strait is recorded as Reef in Norfolk Island. The listed access is boat (day trip). Confirm the actual meeting point, route and permission to visit; a map pin does not establish any of these.
Topics flagged by the stored research
These are questions prompted by the existing notes, not a verified or complete hazard assessment.
- Current and timing
- Ask how the operator assesses the current window for the actual route. Historical tide notes are not a departure instruction.
Historical access notes exist for this record, but have not been independently verified for current use. Request current directions from the operator or site manager rather than following an old entry description.
Questions, answered
Is Liars Strait suitable for my certification?
The record lists Open Water. That does not establish suitability for every route or day. Share your training, recent experience and equipment needs with the operator and ask about the specific proposed dive.
Can I book Liars Strait through YouDive?
YouDive is an independent research directory. Contact an operator directly to confirm whether it currently runs the trip, the inclusions and the booking terms.
What you might see
Green turtles (7+ recorded on one dive), reef fish
Location
A dive site described by Bounty Divers as newly found and exceptional, with many green turtles; exact location not published.
Facilities nearby
Departure from Kingston or Cascade Pier (crane launch).
Before you make plans
Conditions, access and operator schedules can change. This is a location guide, not a dive plan. Ask a local operator about current conditions and suitability for your training and experience.
Sources & further reading
bountydivers.blogspot.comRecord updated 26 Sept 2026. Source claims are being reviewed.