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The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most spectacular natural structures, even visible from the moon. It is like a showcase of the enticing aquatic life along the thrilling Australian Coast line. The rioting colors of the reef make one ravishing site that embeds itself in the minds of all the tourists. With its 2 900 individual reefs, 71 coral islands, 10 000 species of sponge, 350 different species of coral, 4 000 species of molluscs, 350 species of echinoderms and over 1 500 species of fish, it is a scuba diver's paradise. The UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef Australia as a World Heritage Site in 1981 owing to the fact that it is habitat of a number of endangered species such as Green Sea Turtle and Dugong and also a breeding ground for humpback whales that migrate all the way from Antarctica. |
Location
The Great Barrier Reef extends over 2000 km along the Queensland coast from Gladstone in the south to Cape York in the north. The Great Barrier Reef Australia extends from the mainland coast to the continental shelf, off the eastern coast of Australia. Tropical climate accompanied with bright sunny days, comforting sea, warm sea breezes and a spectacular view make the Great Barrier Reef experience completely unforgettable.
The Great Barrier Reef Australia can be best admired through the following adventurous ways: scuba diving, snorkeling, mini submarine, on board viewing galleries or by helicopters. This makes it probably the most exciting tourist destination in the world. Through the millions of years, largest collection of corals, coral sponges, molluscs and seaweed got created in the natural wonder that owes its creation to the ice age. Bands of beaches, dunes and barrier islands were formed when during the ice the ice melted and the sea level rose initiating the formation of coral.
There are about 23 Great Barrier Reef Australia Island resorts that offer great holidaying activities like swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, coral viewing, reef walking, sailing, yacht charter, jet skiing, parasailing, sail boarding, kayaking, catamarans, canoes, big game fishing and whale watching. |
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The Inter-Reef Gardens are the most accessible and the most beautiful reefs. These beautiful aquamarine gardens include pretty cays and islands. They stretch along the coast in close proximity to the coastline. They are home to most vibrantly colored shallow water fish, soft corals, giant clams and turtles.
The Outer Reefs have sites famous for gorgeous canyons and gorges punctuating series of coral heads. There are some very beautiful gardens where butterflies, angels, parrots and wrasse dwell.
The Far Northern Reefs stretch out like multi-colored ribbons to the north into the famed Cod Hole. This is a habitat of Potato Cods and Maori Wrasse.
The Coral Sea is called the experienced diver's heaven. Here you can find sharks including Grey Whalers, White Tips, Silver Tip Whalers, and circling scalloped hammerheads. Also there are Barracudas and large Dogtooth tuna. Night divers may luckily spot the rare Flashlight Fish as they swim in and out of crevasses.
By the night, delectable seafood including prawns, oysters and reef fish invites the Great Barrier Reef Australia visitors with their fresh and tempting aroma. So you can savor the beauty of the Reef on a dinner cruise and indulge your taste buds as well as eyes in a heavenly experience.
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