Meet the site
Two Towers is a pair of coral bommies near the southern end of Ribbon Reef No. 10, rising from about 25 m to within 5 m of the surface, with a deeper coral ridge beside them. Spirit of Freedom lists a 25 m base and 5 m apex, and it is a regular stop on both Spirit of Freedom and Mike Ball itineraries.
The site shows the Ribbon Reefs' recovery from the 2014–15 cyclones better than most. Mike Ball's photographers' guide notes that the deeper slopes were severely impacted, but the tops of both towers carry dense new Acropora growth in every colour, and they now rank among the best places on the Ribbons for young branching coral. On the south-east side is a large colony of Pavona clavus (column coral), whose top hosts colonies of red-and-black anemonefish.
The animal life is dependable. Several fully grown giant clams sit among the coral, resident green turtles are almost guaranteed, and olive sea snakes are regular. Yellow-lined snapper and fusiliers school around the towers, large moray eels live in the crevices, and spotted lagoon rays and bull rays rest on the sand. In winter eagle rays cruise the western and southern edges. Reef sharks, nudibranchs, anemonefish and mantis shrimp complete the picture.
Because it is compact and shallow, Two Towers suits divers of all levels and is excellent for long, relaxed dives and photography, particularly wide-angle shots of coral-topped pinnacles in afternoon light. It pairs well with neighbouring Lighthouse Bommie, and crews often schedule the two back to back, with Two Towers as the shallower, easier second dive of the morning.
Research this site before booking Stored site notes may be historical. These questions highlight gaps without turning old instructions into a current dive plan.
Two Towers is recorded as Pinnacle/Bommie in Ribbon Reefs & Lizard Island. The listed access is boat (multi-day/liveaboard). 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 Two Towers 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 Two Towers 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 (resident), olive sea snakes, giant clams, yellow-lined snapper, fusiliers, large moray eels, spotted lagoon rays, bull rays, eagle rays (winter), reef sharks, red-and-black anemonefish, nudibranchs, mantis shrimp
Location
Twin coral bommies near the southern end of Ribbon Reef No. 10, close to Lighthouse Bommie.
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
mikeball.comspiritoffreedom.com.auRecord updated 27 Sept 2026. Source claims are being reviewed.