Adventure Travel in Great Barrier Reef Ultimate Australian Tours

A tour of the Great Barrier Reef can safely be said to be the Ultimate Australian Adventure Tour. Though there are hundreds of marine parks found in other parts of the world, nothing can be compared with the grandeur of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Comprising of 2900 individual reefs and 900 inshore islands, it is the biggest coral reef system in the world. Stretching over 2300 kilometers in length, it is bigger than the Great Wall of China and slightly smaller than the entire Baltic Sea. Tourists coming here for the first time remain awe struck by the sheer size of the coral reef system, which happens to be world's biggest structure to be made entirely of living organisms. So it's no wonder that Great Barrier Reef attracts thousands of visitors every year from all over the world including those who stay in Australia. To see this natural wonderland most of the people opt for sunset safaris, one of the best tour operators in the Queensland area. They operate from Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Noosa and offer extremely varied travel packages and you may choose one depending on your schedule and budget. With all Great Barrier Reef Holidays and vacation packages they give an additional FREE tour of the town of 1770/Agnes water known Australia's best kept secrets. Along with this sunset tour you get free entry to an Australian Boutique Zoo and see the cuddly koalas, kangaroos and enjoy the snake and crocodile show.

As one knows, Great Barrier Reef's real beauty lies underwater and the best way to enjoy them is when you go for an underwater tour. The tourists are taken to the safe waters of Lady Musgrave island which is a totally sting free zone. Here you can swim, snorkel and dive down to get close with the wonders of the water world. Here you can see the colorful corals, reef fishes of all possible sizes, giant turtles, whales, dolphins, Manta Rays and many other varieties of aquatic plants and animals.  For the first timers there's great value beginners and certified dives arranged for by the helpful tour guides. All snorkeling equipments, diving gears and wet suits are provided for by the tour operators and you can go down without any inhibitions .Your Great Barrier Reef Vacation will have some other exciting activities like coral cay walk, glass bottom boat tours, going for a spin in the semi submersible submarine, visiting the underwater observatory and enjoying the frenzied activities of fish feeding sessions. Great Barrier Reef is visited by tourists all throughout the year but in winter the water temperature is comfortable and during this time the Humpback whales are seen in abundance as they migrate to this area. Lady Musgrave Island is a major nesting ground for turtles and during their breeding season, it's a joy to see the little ones coming out of their shells and marching towards the sea with all the determination of a soldier.

Sunset Safaris tour packages are designed in such a way that one can see and enjoy this entire wonderland in an organized and relaxed manner. The 4WD transportation is both comfortable and stylish, hotel accommodation are fabulous and you get a variety of options ranging from budget backpackers to luxury rooms, food is delicious and so it's no wonder that this tour company has become No 1 in Queensland area bringing joys to people all round the world.

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