Great Underwater Wonders On The Great Barrier Reef

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The Great Barrier Reef, underwaterThe Great Barrier Reef is probably one of the most popular destinations that many Australian travel visa holders would want to visit. In fact, this one is usually on top of their lists. And since there are a lot of attractions here, tourists will surely have their hands full.

Boating around the reef if a definitely good one for starters, as you get to explore its many features. You can even make your trip more interesting by renting one of those glass bottomed boats to get a clear view of what's under your feet. The islands around the reef also offer plenty of land based activities that you will surely enjoy.

But if you want to really experience the wonder of a Great Barrier Reef vacation trip, then you need to get wet. And by that, we mean that you really have to go down underwater. Scuba diving is in fact one of the ultimate activities that tourists are encouraged to try out.

So where do you head out to dive in this large expanse of water and corals? Well, for beginners, Cairns and Port Douglas in Queensland is a good place to start. Since these are the places closest to the reef, they are very popular spots for many tourists exploring the Barrier Reef. There are many hotels here, so you will be able to find a nice place to stay in. What more, these are the places that you want to go to if you would want to learn the basics of scuba diving, as there are actually countless diving schools literally scattered in the beaches.

The Great Barrier Reef, underwaterThe Southern Coral sea is also another great destination for divers. Here, you will be able to encounter some of the creatures that you have probably seen only on TV documentaries or book. You will also get to marvel at the wonderful natural architecture of the giant coral reefs in the area. And you are sure to have a better appreciation of underwater life here.

And if you are more of the adventurous type, then you an head to the deeper waters of the Coral Sea. So what's there, you might ask. Why, sharks, of course. You will get see everything from the small and meek nurse shark, to the powerful, and definitely majestic, Great White. But of course, you get to see them well within the safety of a cage, if you are a bit worried.

On the other hand, for those wanting to feel like treasure hunters, even for a day, then you can go out wreck diving. There are, in fact, over 31 wreck sites for you to choose from. One that you definitely would want to visit is that of the Endeavour, the flagship of Captain James Cook, the discoverer of Australia.

With all of these, you will definitely have plenty to watch out for in your Great Barrier escapade.

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