Great Barrier Reef

Each year, more than 1.5 million visitors come to experience this World Heritage–listed area that stretches across 2000km of coastline. Diving and snorkelling are just some of the ways of experiencing this wonderfully rich ecosystem. There's also sailing, scenic flights and a world of DIY options for exploring the reef’s gateway towns and stunning islands.

The shallow waters off Lady Elliot Island are perfect for snorkelling. Anthony Britten / 500px

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12 Days in Australia: All-Encompassing Great Barrier Reef, Uluru and Sydney
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12 Days in Australia: All-Encompassing Great Barrier Reef, Uluru and Sydney

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