The Great Barrier Reef is the largest tropical reef ecosystem in the world, coming under World Heritage protection in 1981. Everyone knows it's big - and that, along with the Great Wall of China, it's one of the few landmarks distinguishable from outer space. But exactly how big is it? At 350.000 km2 it's larger than the whole of New Zealand, and roughly the same size as Japan. Ten percent of the world's fish species are found here, as are more than a third of the planet's soft coral.
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High end budget
Qualia at Hamilton Island.Australia's number one high-end luxury resort.
Lizard Island, remote, secluded and indulgent.
Pepper's Bale at Port Douglas, Tropical lushness with loads of space.
Beachcomer budget
Pumpkin Island, four simple well equipped cabins.
Haggerstone Islands, feel like Robinson Crusoe
Wilson Island Resort, lavish but bare bones.
Romance
Orpheus Island, Private with extravagant touches for couples.
Bedarra Island, Exclusive and lush,has been drawing A-listers for years.
Peppers at Long Island, Beachfront villa with private day bed and hammock.
Snorkeling and Diving
Low Isles, Port Douglas, for the novices, a great short trip .Coral not as good as outer reef but turtles guaranteed.
Lady Elliott Island, Best snorkelling on the reef for its colour.
Flinders Reef, the secret is out, experienced reefers have kept it to themselves.
Singles.
Port Douglas, for those born before 1980, a load of options with good day and night activities.
Long Island Resort, stuffed with activities and stimulation, accom ranges from dorm to suites.
Airlie Beach, Anyone born after 1980 will have a ball !
Sailing/Yachting
Palm Island, Undeveloped and pristine option for laidback sailing.
Gloucester Island, Salty yachties have hoarded the spot for too long.
Hamilton Island and the Whitsundays, With the best infrastructure for sailing and most options for all tastses , it's the risk-free option.
Eco Friendly
Wilderness Village on Hinchinbrook Island, Treetop bungalows in forest canopy on a pristine island.
Koala Village on Magnetic Island, A backpackers with a koala sanctuary.
Lady Elliott Island, Amateur eco-warriors flock here for pristine waters, and coral and to help in research.
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