Irukandji/Stinger Season Ningaloo

[gumnut]

As its stinger season in WA, is diving still possible at Ningaloo Reef in December? Sure don't want to meet the dreaded Irukandji.

I was able to avoid them on the Great Barrier Reef, but am hoping its safe to dive there on our vacation.

 

[alcina]

No stinger season here so you don't need to worry about that. They do get them further north, but a whole lot further north.

Diving in December is great - I love that time of year. Mating turtles, water warming up, lots of reef activity, some totally calm afternoons, hot daytime temps, warm nights - gorgeous...can't wait!

 

[gumnut]

Thanks -- that's just what I hoped to hear. Can't wait to get there.

 

[gumnut]

As I am not planning on bringing my scuba gear (bc/reg/wetsuit etc) on this trip and am wondering if the rental gear is in "o.k." condition at the Exmouth dive shops!

I really hate to dive without my own equipment, but this time it will be too difficult to bring it all (just my favorite mask).

Thanks again.