Why Visit Great Barrier Reef?

The Great Barrier Reef has been naturally built up during past 6000-8000 years and is the home to more than 300 species of seaweed, amazing 1500 species of fish and 360 types of hard coral imparting a breathtaking and mesmerizing beauty to this wonderful place. Some of the animals included in the marine life are whales, endangered turtles and dolphins. Furthermore, hills and rocky areas, fascinating rain forests and pristine and beautiful beaches are the home the unique flora and fauna including lizards, birds, turtles, bandicoots and echidnas.

Apart from the natural beauty, the Great Barrier Reef offers hundreds of scintillating diving sites that draw thousands of snorkelers and divers’ attention on a daily basis. Furthermore, the entire area is a paradise of spellbinding floral formations containing a school of fish.

When to Visit The Great Barrier Reef?

The Great Barrier Reef area has the monsoon climate since most of the reef is situated in the north of the Tropic of Capricorn. The hot wet season lasts from December to April, so tourists can expect heavy tropical showers that can mar the underwater visibility as well as limit the outdoor activities. The dry season usually lasts from June to August and brings warm days and crystal clear nights during which you can clearly see Cairns and the surrounding areas. However, the days can be too cool and nights too chilly, and that can prevent you from visiting the Whitsunday area or swimming in the ocean in this area.

The islands remain warm throughout the year with an average temperature of 350C. However, the temperature raises as you go towards north. On the other hand, there is only a slight variation in the water temperature during the summer and winter season, but in general, the water remains mild cold to warm throughout the year. During the famous Jellyfish season (from November to May), you could only swim in the netted areas and you should always wear a stinger suit to avoid any mishap.

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