Common questions

How far off the coast of Queensland is the Great Barrier Reef?

How far off the coast of Queensland is the Great Barrier Reef?

2,300km
It stretches more than 2,300km along the state of Queensland’s coastline, beginning at the tip of Cape York Peninsula in the north and extending down to Bundaberg in the south. The Great Barrier Reef is ideal for Cairns Scuba Diving.

How do I get to Brisbane Barrier Reef?

The nearest access to the Great Barrier Reef is Lady Elliot Island, which you can reach by air from Brisbane – and that has better weather – and then just take a train west from Brisbane to see some Outback. Bus from Brisbane to any of the above locations.

How long does it take to drive to the Great Barrier Reef from Melbourne?

It takes approximately 9h 41m to get from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef, including transfers.

Which number is closest to the location of the Great Barrier Reef?

the answer is 3. the great barrier reef is located on the eastern side of australia :p.

Where is the Great Barrier Reef?

Australia
The Great Barrier Reef is a site of remarkable variety and beauty on the north-east coast of Australia. It contains the world’s largest collection of coral reefs, with 400 types of coral, 1,500 species of fish and 4,000 types of mollusc.

How many days do you need in the Great Barrier Reef?

How long should you stay: It’s recommended to spend at least 3 days exploring the reef. Single day trips from Cairns or Port Douglas just won’t do this place justice.

How long is the Great Barrier Reef from Brisbane?

the southern most end of the reef is about 4 hours drive north of Brisbane then a trip out (Lady Elliot Island etc) It really isn’t day triable from Brisbane.

What’s the cheapest way to get to the Great Barrier Reef?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Great Barrier Reef is to fly and ferry which costs $230 – $390 and takes 8h 47m. What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Great Barrier Reef?

Where do you drive to see the Great Barrier Reef?

THE GREAT BARRIER REEF! This drive takes you along the edge of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, but make sure you hop on a boat from Port Douglas or Cape Tribulation too so you can immerse yourself in this amazing world of wild coloured coral and tropical fish.

Is there a connection from Sydney to the Great Barrier Reef?

There is no direct connection from Sydney to Great Barrier Reef.

the southern most end of the reef is about 4 hours drive north of Brisbane then a trip out (Lady Elliot Island etc) It really isn’t day triable from Brisbane.

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Great Barrier Reef is to fly and ferry which costs $230 – $390 and takes 8h 47m. What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Great Barrier Reef?

THE GREAT BARRIER REEF! This drive takes you along the edge of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, but make sure you hop on a boat from Port Douglas or Cape Tribulation too so you can immerse yourself in this amazing world of wild coloured coral and tropical fish.

Where to go to see the Great Barrier Reef in Cairns?

The Cairns Marlin Marina which is on the edge of Cairns city has a variety of dive and snorkel tourist boats departing at all times daily taking tourists out to see the Great Barrier Reef, and this is where everyone needs to be to take a Great Barrier Reef tour.

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Ruth Doyle