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The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most popular offerings
found on Australian adventure tours.
Snorkelling is a must and there is no better place to do it than in the world's largest coral reef system.
One of the advantages of taking adventure
holidays during your gap year when travelling alone, is meeting like minded
people of similar age and attitude.
Port Douglas located just north of Cairns is a popular place
to snorkel and catamarans leave from the port regularly.
There are tours for all capabilities and some
are wheelchair friendly. Sunbathe on the deck and chat to the friendly and
often knowledgeable crew until you reach the outer reef where you’ll be
provided with wetsuits, snorkels and floats – everything you need to explore
this amazing underwater world.
If you’re interested in a more intimate experience, Cape
Tribulation is where the reef meets the rainforest so trips out to the reef
from this part of Queensland tend to start from a deserted beach. Groups are normally less than 25 and the journey
time from land out to reef is shorter. The reef is huge so if you get the
opportunity to explore different parts you are likely to see more. In addition
to clown fish, grouper fish and stingrays, you might also get a once in a
lifetime opportunity to swim alongside turtles.
On land, it is highly recommended to explore the Daintree
National Park too, which most Australia group adventures offer. Keep your eyes
peeled for Cassowaries - a prehistoric emu-like animal with a protruding brain
and a deadly middle toe. They are a rare and endangered species so if you are
lucky enough to see one – it’s definitely one to write home about!
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