The Great Barrier Reef in the Coral Sea, is 345,000 square kilometers of clear, balmy waters filled with an array of amazing sea creatures, from sea slugs to migrating whales to coral’s that spawn on one night of the year in Spring.

The waters of the Great Barrier Reef provide the world's busiest and most varied marine habitats. It is the largest of the world’s 552 World Heritage Areas, and contains more than 2900-catalogued reefs in the area. The size of this natural phenomenon is truly amazing - more than half the size of Texas in the US.

Quicksilver
For the experience of a lifetime, let the vessel known as Quicksilver take you to some of the reefs at the very edge of Australia's Continental Shelf. Guests will be in awe as the underwater world’s dazzling kaleidoscope of colour and brilliance comes to life right before your eyes. MORE...

Green Island
For those who are somewhat stretched for time and still want to spend a day on one of the Great Barrier Reefs most beautiful islands, then Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises is a brilliant option. From either Cairns or Palm Cove you can undertake half and full day reef cruises to famous Green Island, an idyllic coral cay on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. MORE...

Ocean Spirit
A day trip exploring the Reef with Ocean Spirit Cruises will be the most memorable day of your life. Ocean Spirit – one of Australia’s’ "Premier Sailing Vessels" offers cruises to Australia's magnificent Great Barrier Reef for diving, snorkeling and sailing. Guests will be set aboard a Five Star catamaran, which captures the spirit of the Great Barrier Reef. MORE...

Coral Sea Dreaming
Aboard the "Coral Sea Dreaming" guests have the unique opportunity to see one of the Great Wonders of the World – The Great Barrier Reef, with a small group sailing aboard a comfortable 60' Ketch. Coral Sea Dreaming is a modern Ketch made of steel with a beautiful wooden interior, offering any array of cabins and comfortable facilities to please the most discerning passenger. MORE...

Santa Maria
The Santa Maria combines the unforgettable opportunity to see one of the Great Wonders of the World with the charm of sailing aboard a traditional styled wooden vessel. Santa Maria's beautiful lines are reminiscent of gaff-rigged schooners of earlier times. She is 60' long with a beam of 17' providing a very comfortable cruise with ample deck space to relax. MORE...

Coral Princess
A Coral Princess Cruise is a Great Barrier Reef and Island Experience you will never forget. A cruise of discovery and adventure exploring Australia's renowned tropical paradise and World Heritage Marine and National Parks. Coral Princess offers exclusive cruise itineraries that introduce the very best of the Great Barrier Reef and Islands including excusive reef moorings and the vessels very own tropical island.... All of which is done in a superior level of comfort. MORE...

Scuba Diving Options
Take the plunge into this underwater marvel, and witness the beauty that is the Great Barrier Reef. Discover the many different dive options, areas and operators. MORE...

Magnetic Island Walk
Located off the coast at Townsville in far north Queensland, 300km south of Cairns lies the beautiful Magnetic Island. Swaying palm trees, picturesque rocky coves, azure waters and warm, sunny days combine to make this small island a sun seeker’s delight. For those looking for a completely unique experience, how does the idea of a walking holiday sound. MORE...

Hinchinbrook Island Kayak
Hinchinbrook Island's mystique lies in its solitude and breathtaking beauty. Towering peaks rise 1100 meters above unspoiled golden beaches. Explore this magical tropical Queensland shoreline by sea kayak, paddling past temperate rainforest, granite cliffs, and countless sandy bays. MORE...

Fitzroy Island Kayak
Explore the untouched nature of Fitzroy Island, from the view of a Kayak. You can paddle through the crystal clear waters that, and admire the beautiful marine life below. Once arriving at Fitzroy you can wonder through the rainforest vegetation and feel like you are in complete paradise. MORE...

Reef Watch Scenic Flight
Imagine…you are a flight crewmember on a surveillance mission patrolling the incredible Great Barrier Reef... So much more than just a scenic flight...your Reefwatch Air Tour is a mission! Every sortie carries only four people and provides an aerial perspective over the most spectacular and remote sections of the outer Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage Listed coastal Rainforest. MORE...

For more information on any of our Great Expeditions Travel Adventures, contact us today!

Our collage photos are courtesy of Raging Thunder, Coral Princess and the Santa Maria