Meet the site
Little Tracey is the smaller companion of Tracey's Bommie on Flynn Reef and has its own mooring. Passions of Paradise describes it as one of the best sites on its roster for mixed groups of snorkellers and divers, because the reef comes very close to the surface and yet drops to useful diving depth only a few fin kicks away. The structure is a series of shallow walls cut by crevices and small gullies, with hard coral dominating and patches of soft coral and anemones on the upper faces. The fish life is dense rather than dramatic: clouds of small colourful reef fish over the crest, damselfish and chromis in the branching coral, parrotfish grazing along the top, and wrasse and butterflyfish working the crevices. Turtles are regularly seen, and small reef sharks cruise along the base of the wall. Because the site is on the outer part of the Flynn complex, pelagic visitors are also possible, including cruising tuna and trevally that sweep in along the drop. The dive is shallow enough that most people can spend a long time underwater, which makes it good for photography and for relaxed, unhurried diving. It is also a sensible choice for newly certified divers or those doing a first dive after a break, since the wall provides a constant reference and the boat is never far away. Combined with a deeper dive at Tracey's Bommie or Coral Gardens, it gives a good cross-section of what Flynn offers. Visibility is generally good, though it can be reduced on a big spring tide.
Research this site before booking Stored site notes may be historical. These questions highlight gaps without turning old instructions into a current dive plan.
Little Tracey (Flynn Reef) is recorded as Reef in Cairns. 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.
- Other water users
- Ask about vessel activity, exclusion areas and the agreed surface arrangements.
- Water movement
- Ask how swell and local exposure affect the proposed entry, exit and route.
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 Little Tracey (Flynn Reef) 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 Little Tracey (Flynn Reef) 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
Turtles, small reef sharks, tuna and trevally (passing), parrotfish, damselfish, chromis, wrasse, butterflyfish, anemonefish, hard and soft corals
Location
Mooring beside Tracey's Bommie on Flynn Reef, about 57 km east of Cairns, with shallow walls and crevices used by Passions of Paradise.
Facilities nearby
Departs Reef Fleet Terminal / Marlin Marina, Cairns: toilets, cafes, paid parking; dive gear, tanks and lunch supplied on board
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
passions.com.aucairnsdiveadventures.com.auRecord updated 26 Sept 2026. Source claims are being reviewed.