Cementco Wreck and Flinders Dive Trip

CEMENTCO WRECK & FLINDERS REEF DIVE ADVENTURE

Step back in time and dive into history at the legendary Cementco (Crusader) Wreck, paired with one of South East Queensland’s most spectacular natural dive sites — Flinders Reef.

The Cementco Wreck

Originally commissioned in 1944 as part of Australia’s Pacific War effort, the Crusader 2 transported heavy equipment and supplies to troops in New Guinea. After a successful military career, she was repurposed by the Queensland Cement & Lime Company, hauling coral and sand through Moreton Bay to Brisbane.

In 1984, the Crusader was destined for one final mission — to become an artificial reef at Flinders Reef. But in true maritime fashion, she had the last laugh, springing a leak and sinking 400 metres northeast of Flinders Reef, creating the iconic wreck we explore today. What was once a hardworking vessel is now a thriving underwater playground teeming with marine life.

Flinders Reef

Often described as one of the best dive sites in Queensland, Flinders Reef offers an explosion of colour and life. Explore dramatic walls, caves, gutters and pinnacles blanketed in over 100 coral species, including staghorn, brain and plate corals, alongside soft corals, gorgonians and sponges.

Keep your eyes peeled for 175+ species of reef fish, invertebrates, stingrays, wobbegong sharks, and the occasional manta ray cruising past. A true highlight is the famous turtle cleaning station, where green turtles relax in the shallows while cleaner wrasse and surgeonfish get to work.

• Two boat dives

• Delicious food & refreshments onboard

• 2 x Tanks

• Dive computer

• Surface Marker Buoy (safety sausage)

• Whistle

• Torch

• Proof of certification

• Advanced certification (minimum)

• Must also have a least 20 logged dives and be Nitrox Certified (These dives are undertaken on NITROX)

• If NOT Nitrox Certified you can purchase the Course while booking this dive. The Course is at a Discounted  Rate just for you!

• Dived within the last 12 months

• Prior boat diving experience

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Please contact us for any inquiries

BRISBANE STORE

Phone: 07 3391 2299 

Email: brisbane@adreno.com.au

** Minimum number of Divers required for the trip to run