Starfish - Great Barrier Reef

If the earth were a gorgeous face of Marilyn Monroe, the beauty mark on her face would be compared to nothing but the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. The world’s largest coral reef ecosystem, the incredible creation of marine nature that is visible from the outer space, is labeled as one of the 7 natural wonders of the world and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. As the biggest coral system and being even bigger than the Great Wall in China, the Great Barrier Reef is full of life and abundant with stunning showcases of fishes, eccentric shapes of corals and marine flowers of every shade and hue being woven together and creating a vividly-colored fabric of sea sight.

Just off the east coast of Australia, Great Barrier Reef is an idyllic spot for divers who will feel in love with this very marine fantasy. The natural aquarium is enriched with a kaleidoscope of marine animals as well as endangered species of marine wildlife including; dugongs, 30 species of dolphins, porpoises and whales; six species of sea turtles; 125 species of sharks and stingrays; 5000 species of mollusks; 49 species of pipefish; nine species of seahorses; 17 species of sea snake; 1500 species of fish; and 400 species of corals on the reef. The Great Barrier Reef stretches across 300,000 square kilometers and is scattered around 600 islands; one of which is Heron Island, a coral cay in the southern part that provides a habitat to salt water crocodiles, which dwell in saltmarshes and mangrove forest; 215 species of birds; and 2195 plants species.

Diving in Great Barrier Reef

Heron Island - Great Barrier Reef

Diving in the Great Barrier Reef, you will be observing unspoiled fertility of the underwater resources just like the way ecologists fancy the utmost richness of the Amazon. On each island located in the area of the Great Barrier Reef, many spectacular beach resorts are nestled in the forests where you can retreat from the modern civilization and revitalize your spirit under the golden ray of sunshine, the touch of cool breezes and sight of pristine greenery. Apart from scuba diving for which the Great Barrier Reef is famous, there are various activities to replace your stress with excitement and joyfulness, including beach picnicking; exploring ancient shipwrecks; chilling in crystal clear lagoons; discovering Aboriginal heritage; kayaking and playing many types of water sports. For once in your lifetime, this Queensland-based natural wonder is yet awaiting your discovery.

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