Must Visit Islands On Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest living structure which is visible even from space and is awarded as World Heritage status, as it is the first coral reef system. Home to a combination of 900 islands is how we can define the Great Barrier Reef. Great Barrier Reef is the world’s most accessible reef and has the most diverse ecosystem. To enjoy all this beauty and to indulge in an underwater experience you need to try a famous great barrier reef snorkelling cruise. Snorkelling lessons and equipment are easily available on the island. You can reach here from all major cities of Australia. You can reach here by train, bus or a car trip will be fun. There are various boat tours available in Cairns, some of them including overnight stay on islands. While planning for a trip to Australia you must definitely include the Great Barrier Reef tour in your itinerary.

Below is a list of must visit Islands in Cairn

Lady Elliot island

At the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef a beautiful Island called Lady Elliot is situated. There are many activities which can keep you busy and entertained during your stay on this island. Lady Elliot Island is famous mainly for two activities snorkelling and scuba diving. Beach snorkelling, snorkel lessons, Glass bottom tours and Snorkel safari are various ways to experience marine life closely while you are on Lady Elliot Island. 

Apart from these activities, the Island also offers daily guided reef walks. Reef walking can be done with the assistance of reef walking poles and seascopes while the tide is low. The water here is so clean that even renowned naturalist and documentary maker David Attenborough chose this island to feature in his final documentary, Great Barrier Reef.

Magnetic Island

As the name suggests Magnetic Island allures many travellers with its mesmerizing beauty. This island was named by Lt James Cook who thought that his compass was affected by the Magnetic Island. The Island got its first resort only by1890s which was established in picnic bay.

The first thing to do on a visit to Magnetic Island is to enjoy the panoramic view of the sea and its natural habitat. Hiking the forts route is one of the ways to explore the island, do keep your eyes wide open to spot koalas on treetops. Snorkelling at Radical Bay is an interesting option, to reach here you have to hike which makes this snorkelling experience a bit more adventurous. Last but not the least, Horseshoes Bay is a best place to enjoy a horse ride and to end the day with beautiful shades of sun setting in the sky.

Hamilton island

Located on the edge of the Great barrier reef, between the coastline of Mackay and Townsville, Hamilton Island is another place to add to your itinerary. Home to brilliant beaches, incredible coral reefs, admirable food, wines and Unique flora and fauna, Hamilton Island is the largest Island on Whitsundays. If you want to experience one of the world’s most magnificent natural wonders and its overflowing selection of ocean life then the best way is Snorkelling, scuba diving or swimming off the reef.

Reaching Hamilton island is easy as it has its own airport so no fuss, your vacation starts once you land on Hamilton islands. Golf buggies or buses will be available to take you to a hotel. If you want to take a tour or travel from one place to another on this island, golf buggies are the best options as Mainland motor vehicles are prohibited, these carts will be available everywhere. Hamilton Island is not only a vacation place it has been a favourite destination for Business conferences too. Hamilton Island is a dynamic location which has a lot to offer for anyone who comes here, be it a vacation or a business conference.