One of the most awe-striking natural beauties in the world is the Great Barrier Reef. This reef has some of the most extraordinary coral life systems and is truly one of a kind ecosystem.
Located in Coral Sea, in Northeast Australia, it stretches for more than 2600 kilometers. This expansive reef is built thousands of coral [...]
Fish in the Great Barrire Reef, Australia
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This photo was taken from Mt Kootaloo, Dunk Island. Dunk Island lies 4 km off the Australian east coast, opposite the town of Mission Beach. The island forms part of the Family Islands national Park and is in the larger Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area.Dunk Island covers 970ha, of which 730ha is national park (thirteen kilometres of walking tracks spread over five main routes, ranging from a
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A giant clam in the Great Barrier Reef. This is of the genus Tridacna. I’m not sure of the species, but I think it was a gigas. It was about the size of my torso.
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Having a pose shot in front of Disneyland, may just fine to have. But pose in the North Pole or the Great Barrier Reef? You can make other people jealous. It is because these places in the next 5-10 years won’t be existing anymore because of the climate changes.
The famous place of Great Barrier Reef [...]
Australia's Great Barrier Reef is regarded as one of the world's most popular scuba diving holiday destination. The Great Barrier Reef is situated off the east coast of Australia and it is the only living organic collective on earth, said to be visible from outer space. This Australian reef is also regarded as one of the wonders of the world and was declared as a World Heritage since 1981. It is the world's largest coral reef ecosystem and being so huge, scuba divers are offered a large array of magnificent dive sites and bountiful marine life to enjoy. The Great Barrier is more than 300,000 sq km (115, 831 sq miles) in size and is the home to more than 3000 smaller reefs. Deciding where to scuba dive in this huge diving destination can certainly be a happy problem because of the many asto
ow is the time to start thinking about your next holiday and where you would like to go. Why not have serious looks at visiting Lady Elliot Island on the fabulous Great Barrier Reef of Australia? This is the one place where you will find all of Australia’s best natural attractions, all in the one place, and complemented by great family accommodation. Lady Elliot Island is situated in the state of Queensland, in Australia’s north and enjoys a superb sub tropical climate. Here is a place where fantastic beaches meet the best family and relaxed lifestyle resort you can find and the result is sensational. Lady Elliot Island has iconic status on the Australian diving calendar. It has a reputation for being one of the best family Island Resort in the Great Barrier Reef region. The Island is
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Great Barrier Reef, AustraliaHayman in Australia's magnificent Great Barrier Reef, is a private island destination, presenting a unique resort experience of adventure, indulgence and natural beauty. Hayman is a member of the prestigious organisation, The Leading Hotels of the World.Hayman is Australia's most celebrated private island destination, beautifully situated in the magnificent Great Barrier Reef and presenting an array of unique and memorable resort and Reef experiences.Hayman presents an award-winning five-star resort complemented by a warm and sincere community of 500 employees and their families, within a breathtaking natural environment.Surrounded by idyllic coral fringed beaches and lapping the waters of the Coral Sea, on the south-western side of the island, Hayman offers 228 guest rooms, suites, penthouses and a beach villa. The accommodation, restaurants, guest service areas, marine facilities and operational plant, have been designed to blend in with the natural bea
Australia Eco Adventure Vacation SpecialVoyages Heron & Wilson Islands - Great Barrier Reef Island Resorts6 days priced $1,693 pp dbl. occ. Heron Island (2 nights) & Wilson Island (3 nights)Promo Code: ATS - HWQueensland offers a fantastic range of choices for island escapes. Choose Wilson Island for a modern castaway's dream of life's simple pleasures. Accessed by boat from Heron Island (45 minutes away), Wilson requires an overnight on Heron before and after its ecotourism getaway. Wilson accommodates 12 guests in 6 permanent tents, with bathrooms in a separate building (shared toilets and designated private showers). Reservations include all meals plus beer, wine, soft drinks, juice, and bottled water. (Liquor incurs an extra charge.)Wilson appeals most to people seeking an off-the-beaten-path eco-experience. It is a pristine and serene adults-only hideaway. Activities include reef walking, snorkeling, birdwatching, island walks, and visits to the turtle and bird breeding grounds
Cruising the Great Barrier Reef, Australia Dive Vacation SpecialChoose from 3, 4 or 7 night cruises around Cairns!Per Person from $1,185 for a 3 night cruise with a space available FREE CABIN UPGRADE. For departures before 31 March 2008. Must be booked by 31 August 2007.Promo Code: SBV-NLUncover the secrets of the Barrier Reef - an incredible underwater world hides just beneath the water's surface. Whether you experience the reef by glass bottom boat, snorkeling or diving, it is a mystical world filled with coral, marine life and vibrant tropical fish.Discover a paradise of remote and uninhabited islands, become a lazy beachcomber or an inquisitive adventurer. The starkness of the remote and unique coral cays will fascinate you. Go snorkeling and coral viewing amongst the brilliant corals and teaming fish life on the fringing reefs of Lizard Island and Pelorus Island (exclusive to Coral Princess Cruises), or linger over the top of the spectacular platform reefs, all abundant with mari
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SYDNEY -- Satellite images of Australia's Great Barrier Reef show that sediment from river run-off is threatening the reef at a greater rate than previously realised, Australia's peak scientific body said on Wednesday. The images, taken this month by NASA and U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration satellites, show sediment creating a hazy cloud over the
