The Great Barrier Reef

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Home to more than 3,000 coral reefs, 600 islands, and 300 coral cays, and a wealth of marine creatures ranging from thousands of species of tropical fish, turtles, dolphins, dugongs and sharks, The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s most extensive coral reef system and the largest living structure on the planet. Extending off the northern coast of Queensland, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park protects most of the reef, which offers a wealth of outdoor activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, kayaking, and canoeing and boating in glass-bottom boats. Airlie Beach, Cairns, and Port Douglas are the main launching points for tours.

Queensland, Australia

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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