Pleasure Diving On The Reefs Of Australia

The Great Barrier Reef of Australia continues to attract passionate drivers both beginners and professionals who seek new challenges and adventures. The Barrier Reef stretches from New Guinea to Queensland and is 1,250 miles long. Diving along the reef and in the area in general is an unforgettable experience since the entire area is packed with amazing natural wonders and fascinating sea creatures of the world.

Over 2000 small reefs come together to be referred as The Great Barrier Reef. The entire great barrier reef is littered with thousands of small islands made of coral. All these islands creating a wonderful spectacle of color and light throughout the ocean.

The water is warm and you will literally swim with the fishes when you dive along the Great Barrier Reef. Don't forget an underwater camera to record all the wonders that you see.

There are many diving areas in the region, so when you reach Australia, you will want to consider which sites are right for your vacation diving experience.

Pixie Pinnacle is one of the most popular locations and it's near Lizard Island. Large coral makes up Pixie Pinnacle and some of them are over ninety feet tall. Among the diverse sea creatures you're sure to see are clownfish, rabbitfish, lionfish, nudibranches, and honfish. As you gaze past the Great Barrier Reef you may even view the Coral Sea.

Cod Hole is another diving location near Lizard Island. The creatures that inhabit that area are moray eels, the Napoleon wrasse, and large schools of cod.

For a diving site that is livelier with sea creatures you might want to head to Yongala Wreck. You can find this diving spot south from Cod Hole by 200 miles. The coral in this area of the Great Barrier Reef is thick, making it a great hiding place for eagle rays, jacks, flowery cod, and the barramundi cod. If you're lucky you may be able to see a turtle or two.

No matter where you're diving in the Great Barrier Reef make sure that you dive safely and follow marine rules. One of the most important things that you need to remember is that coral is a living animal and therefore needs to be treated with respect. Also keep in mind that both coral and sea animals can be harmed from sand that is displaced from your fin wash, therefore keep an eye on where you're diving at all times.

Another important point to remember is not to feed the animals you run into on your dives. We tend to think of fish as unintelligent, but they can form habits of expecting food any time they see a diver. Soon they will become aggressive toward all divers. As far as souvenirs from the water, take plenty of pictures. Don't ruin the environment by removing any coral, rocks, or shells.