Meet the site
This Split Bommie, distinct from the named 'Split Bommie' feature sometimes referenced within the Julian Rocks Nursery far to the north, is a rock pinnacle rising from the sand near Split Solitary Island in the Coffs Harbour local reef network, dived as one of Jetty Dive Centre's supplementary options around the island. It sits in a comfortable 10-20 m depth range, making it accessible to Open Water divers as either a stand-alone site or an extension of a Split Solitary Island dive. The bommie functions as a compact structure surrounded by open sand, a habitat type that typically concentrates resident reef fish and the occasional wobbegong shark against the more exposed surrounding terrain, and nudibranchs and other invertebrates are found on its surface in similar density to the rest of the Split Solitary Island reef system. Because it is a smaller, secondary feature rather than a headline site, it is generally worked into a longer dive around the main island rather than targeted specifically. Detailed published description of this particular bommie is limited, and given how many features around the Solitary Islands share similar generic names (Split Bommie, Black Rock and similar labels recur at multiple locations along this coast), divers should confirm with Jetty Dive Centre exactly which structure is meant before relying on this description for trip planning, and should treat it as a pleasant but minor addition to a Split Solitary Island day rather than a reason to book a trip on its own — most divers encounter it simply as a short detour on the swim between two of the island's named moorings.
Research this site before booking Stored site notes may be historical. These questions highlight gaps without turning old instructions into a current dive plan.
Split Bommie (Coffs Harbour) is recorded as Pinnacle/Bommie in Coffs Harbour & Solitary Islands. The listed access is boat. 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.
- Other water users
- Ask about vessel activity, exclusion areas and the agreed surface arrangements.
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 Split Bommie (Coffs Harbour) suitable for my certification?
The record lists Advanced 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 Split Bommie (Coffs Harbour) 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
Wobbegongs, resident reef fish, nudibranchs
Location
A bommie near Split Solitary Island, distinct from the moorings on the island itself, rising from the sand in 10-20 m.
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
jettydive.com.audivernet.comjettydive.com.auRecord updated 27 Sept 2026. Source claims are being reviewed.