Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's largest living natural configuration and is visible from outer space. World Heritage listed, the Great Barrier Reef has become renowned as the eighth wonder of the world.

The Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest system of coral reefs. It is of such pristine condition that it was listed by the World Heritage Trust as a protected site and is now managed by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Authority to ensure that its immacculate beauty is protected and maintained in the future.

This spectacular sight seeing opportunity is admired by thousands of visitors, who continue to marvel at this wonder of nature. On one hand you have the Great Barrier Reef, which is then directly beside beautiful rainforest. No other place on Earth provides such diversity within such a close range.

The waters of the Great Barrier Reef provide the world's busiest and most varied marine habitats. Marine life is in abundance. From the many species of coral to the colourful varieties of tropical fish, the scenery is truly spectacular. The varied colours of the reef's marine life will astound you with colour combinations you may never have dreamed of.

People wishing to experience the Great Barrier Reef for themselves can do so by embarking on one of the many reef and island tours conducted through out the Whitsundays.