Reef Vacation
Jeff Gallini
Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is a coral formation, the largest in the world, located off the Pacific coast of Queensland, Australia. It is home to a spectacular array of marine life and offers awesome diving opportunities.
Things to Do
Pumpkin Island Eco Retreat
Pumpkin Island off the Capricorn Coast near Yeppoon is a sparkling jewel nestled within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Here you will find just five very stylish, eco-friendly self-catering cottages powered by wind and sun, overlooking a crystalline beach. Each accommodates between four and eight guests (with a maximum of 30) and is fully self-contained, very contemporary in flair and nicely separate from each other. $300
Reef Tours
Reef Tours is offered by an array of companies! Come explore the reefs firsthand
Scuba dive
The Great Barrier Reef is a famed diving destination, although divers with experience of the tropics find parts of it overused and damaged.
Saftey
There are marine threats on the reef, from Stonefish to Sharks, Sea Snakes to Jellyfish. Many trips to the reef are made all year around, and injuries due to any of these causes on the reef are rare. Still, take advice from authorities, obey all signs, and pay close attention to safety warnings. Possible Dangers include Jellyfish, Sharks Crocodiles and Sunburn and dehydration
Accommodation
Visit http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/hotels-resorts-and-accommodation.php for up to date accommodation information
Requirements and Restrictions
Australia requires a visa to visit their country
Fishing
- You can only take or possess up to five specimens of each restricted species at any time in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park unless you have a Marine Parks permit