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Recovery of the Reef
Townsville,
Townsville Area
Indicative Rate* $2700.00 to $2700.00 Tour - All Inclusive
Description
Dive into one of the Great Barrier Reef's most spectacular sites - the fringing coral reef surrounding Orpheus Island - to help us better understand the emerging threats facing this landmark site.
Coral diseases are reported to be one of the most significant threats to tropical coral reef ecosystems and an increasing prevalence of disease has been detected along the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef (GBR).
... moreWorking across a variety of dive sites you will conduct underwater surveys tagging and photographing diseased areas, which will then be monitored over time to assess the condition of the coral. In the aquarium you will set up and conduct experiments that measure light, temperature, pH and nutrients of the water.
During your time you will be staying at Orpheus Island, a unique marine park, where you will find an unusually wide variety of reef habitats, clam gardens as well as submerged indigenous sites and recent shipwrecks. Part of the Palm group of islands and within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area Orpheus Island offers secluded, sheltered bays, spectacular fringing reefs and stunning scenery.
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Facilities
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Guide
Activities
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Scuba-Diving
Other Information
General Comments
Earthwatch is a Not for Profit organisation that connect the public to hands on scientific conservation work. Working alongside scientists everyday people will form part of a research team and help make a difference.
Volunteer Diving
Dive into one of the Great Barrier Reef's most spectacular sites - the fringing coral reef surrounding Orpheus Island - to help us better understand the emerging threats facing this landmark site.
Coral diseases are reported to be one of the most significant threats to tropical coral reef ecosystems and an increasing prevalence of disease has been detected along the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef (GBR). By joining this expedition you will be at the forefront of international research into coral reef disease by helping to assess;
how the reef is recovering from recent cyclones
any seasonal dynamics that may exist
the role of light, temperature and water quality on disease progression.
Working across a variety of dive sites you will conduct underwater surveys tagging and photographing diseased areas, which will then be monitored over time to assess the condition of the coral. In the aquarium you will set up and conduct experiments that measure light, temperature, pH and nutrients of the water.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 03 - 10 Sep
Tour Departs From
- Townsville
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $2700.00 | $2700.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive |
* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available costs of listed products and services. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.