Great Barrier Reef Islands, diving and attractions
Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef, it’s hard not to think of one without the other. The World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef comprised of 3,000 individual reefs and coral islands along 2,300km of the Queensland coast. It's the only living organism that can be seen from space and is home to a myriad of sea creatures including dolphins, turtles, dugongs and more than 1,500 species of fish.
Explore the reef and the multitude of marine life by snorkelling and scuba diving. Be sure to visit Diving Queensland for great diving spots and more information on the Great Barrier Reef.
Islands
The islands of Queensland's Great Barrier Reef are incredibly diverse and alluring to any traveller. From Hamilton to Hayman Island, check them all out. More on Islands>
Gateways to the Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is easily accessible from many coastal towns. More on Gateways to the Reef>
