How did the Tangalooma Wrecks get there?

The wrecks came about in 1963 when a group of boat owners requested the construction of a man-made harbour just off the island for safe anchorage. As a result of lobbying, their request was granted and approximately 15 junk ships were buried in a sandbank off Moreton Island.

What happened to the Tangalooma Wrecks?

The fifteen wrecks were deliberately sunk near the coast to form a break wall for small boats after local boat owners requested the construction of a harbour for safe anchorage. The request was granted in 1963, and the 15 junk ships were buried in a sandbank off Moreton Island.

Are there sharks at Tangalooma Wrecks?

Small, harmless sharks (wobbegongs) are common at the Wrecks, but they won’t take a bite out of you. Not to say there aren’t any bigger sharks around, and there are probably a lot of them on the east coast of Moreton Island and in deeper water areas.

Why is there so many shipwrecks at Moreton Island?

Located just north of the Tangalooma Island Resort are the Tangalooma Wrecks, a cluster of ships scuttled by the Queensland Government between 1963 and 1984 to provide safe anchorage spot for recreational boat owners on the eastern side of Moreton Bay.

Does Tangalooma resort own the beach?

Tangalooma Island Resort is built on crown land but is able to operate under a State Government lease managed by the Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy. “Tangalooma Island Resort is required to allow ongoing access to this beach for the use and enjoyment of the public.”

Can you swim to the Tangalooma Wrecks?

Tangalooma Wrecks Beach The Tangalooma Wrecks are located outside of the resort property, just a 15-20 minute walk from central Tangalooma Island Resort, making it a popular destination for unguided swimming and snorkeling. Swimming at night is not recommended.

Is Moreton Island safe to swim?

There are no lifeguards patrolling anywhere on Moreton Island. Please use caution when swimming/surfing as strong currents are often seen around the Tangalooma Wrecks and the surf side of the island and remember it is never a good idea to swim alone.

Is it safe to swim in Moreton Bay?

Are there great white sharks in Moreton Bay?

Moreton Bay is a famous shark feeding and breeding area and there have been some massive tiger, white and bull sharks sighted around Peel Island in recent years. Great white sharks have approached kayakers on the Eastern Seaboard before and one pair were rescued off Long Reef when a huge shark nudged their yaks.

Can you take alcohol to Tangalooma resort?

No. As Tangalooma Island Resort and Tangalooma Launch Services are fully licensed, no alcohol can be brought onto either the launch vessels or the resort itself. Alcohol can be purchased onboard all launch vessels, and also for take away back to your room from the resort bar.

Can you swim to Tangalooma wrecks?

Are there sharks at Moreton Island?

Many many people frollick in the waters on the bay side of Moreton ( where you will likely stay anyway) quite happily. There is very good snorkelling, watersports and dolphin feeding at night as well as calm clear water for you to enjoy. Sharks are seldom seen but tend to remain in deeper water.

Where are the ship wrecks of Tangalooma located?

The ship wrecks of Tangalooma are located on the western side of Moreton Island near the township of Tangalooma, a former whaling station. Moreton Island is a large sand island – the third largest in the world – located on the coast of south-east Queensland, Australia, which together with Fraser Island,…

When to visit the Tangalooma Wrecks in Queensland?

Visiting the Tangalooma Wrecks on Moreton Island, Queensland. January 11, 2019. The famous Tangalooma Wrecks on Moreton Island is one of the most underrated spots in South East Queensland. The anchorage harbour was created by sinking several ships by the Queensland government between 1963 and 1984.

How did the Tangalooma Wrecks get to Moreton Island?

This iconic sight is known as the Tangalooma Wrecks, a unique feature to Moreton island, and one of the biggest tourist attractions around. However, you may be wondering how these fifteen ships landed here, with many first thinking it was a possibly a bad storm that caused the shipwreck.

What kind of fish live in the Tangalooma Wrecks?

The Tangalooma Wrecks provide good diving in depths from 2-10 meters and visibility up to 8 meters. Even in this shallow water, the wrecks attract an amazing amount of marine life, including wobbegongs, trevally, kingfish, yellowtail and lots of tropical fish. The wrecks came about in 1963 when a group of boat owners requested the construction