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This ‘eighth' natural wonder of the
world is a brightly coloured kaleidoscope of hundreds of
different corals. They live in harmony and combine with
a myriad of sea creatures that have developed amazing
roles and relationships in adapting to this unique coral
reef habitat. The reef is also a breeding area for a
number of rare and endangered species. Humpback whales
come from the Antarctic to give birth to their young in
these waters.
With new fish species found in the Great Barrier area
every year, the total is approaching 2,000. It will
likely keep rising. So will the estimates of 4,000
mollusks and at least 350 hard, or reef-building,
corals. Researchers counted more than 250 types of
shrimps on the reefs just around Heron Island, near the
Great Barrier’s southern end. (numbers - courtesy
National Geographic)
Australia's government is doing a remarkable job to
preserve the Great Barrier Reef and is striving to
continue on. You can experience this underwater Eden by:
Taking a leisurely sail or cruise out to Low Isles for
snorkelling off the beach
Cruising to the outer reefs to dive at some of the most
beautiful coral reefs and explore this incredible
underwater world of unique fish and coral species.
Flying in a helicopter to one of the sand cays in the
middle of the Great Barrier Reef to enjoy a most private
and leisurely breakfast and walk along the waters with
no other people there than your own party
Snorkelling above the reef and see the vivid display or
coral and fish in the turquoise waters.
Most Reef Tour Operators will pick up at our reception.
Find out at our Free Tour Desk what the right tour for
you is.
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