Snorkelling & diving spots
Great Barrier Reef
Cairns, Australia
The Great Barrier Reef, a vast expanse over 2,300 kilometers long, holds a living tapestry of approximately 3,000 coral reefs. Travelers encounter vivid corals like Acropora palifera and iridescent parrotfish in their natural habitat. Visit in the Australian winter for serene conditions and better visibility beneath the waves.
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- May–Sep
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