Great Barrier Reef Tours Blog

The best time to whale watching in Hervey Bay is during their annual migration late July to November, with the peak whale watching season August - September.

Green Island’s lush tropical environment and clear turquoise waters provide the perfect reason to venture beyond the mainland. The island is located on the Great Barrier Reef and is only a short 45 minute catamaran or ferry ride from Cairns city. Green Island Resort has easy access for guests with mobility restrictions as the island has a level timber boardwalk through the island’s rainforest, and flat paths through out the island’s main amenities including the restaurants, pool area, and Crocodile Habitat attraction ‘Marineland Melanesia’ and the island resort itself.  Whether you decide to visit for the day or stay overnight, your time on Green Island can be as busy or as laid back as you like. With the range of activities on offer at Green Island you will be able to explore the island from a scenic helicopter flight, the beach and the crystal clear water.

Aside from the Great Barrier Reef itself, Queensland boasts some of Australia’s most spectacular dives based around some of the greatest shipwreck tales in history.

No matter whether you are a snorkeller or a certified scuba diver, there are number of amazing Great Barrier Reef experiences that are a once in a lifetime absolutely ‘must do’. And Swimming with Dwarf Minke Whales on the Great Barrier Reef is one of those that should be on the top of your list!

When it comes to choosing a liveaboard dive trip on the Great Barrier Reef or anywhere in the world, it’s like choosing a hotel for a few nights or even a week.

Here's our pick of the best dive and snorkelling sites in the Bundaberg Region.