Какво да правите в Great Barrier Reef

The onboard staff were very enthusiastic and provided detailed introductions. After boarding, we left our ID at the counter to borrow prescription diving masks. At the second dive site, we decided on the spot to pay the 20 AUD for the glass-bottom boat ride, where we saw many fish and corals. The meals on board were simple and average, so those who care about food can bring their own snacks. Also, it is recommended to take motion sickness medicine to avoid ruining a wonderful trip.

Страхотна еднодневна екскурзия до Рифа, успяхме да спрем на 2 места за гмуркане, а моят пакет включваше и 1 полет с хеликоптер. Операторът разполагаше и с фотограф, който ни помогна да направим подводни снимки, които можехме да закупим по-късно (въпреки че цената е доста висока – 20 долара на снимка). Обядът е основен (пържола, скариди, риба на скара, салата и паста), но вкусен, а скаридите бяха много пресни. Това, което бих искал да е по-добре, е обявяването на полета с хеликоптер – би било по-добре, ако обявяваха моя ред приблизително 10-15 минути преди излитането, за да имам достатъчно време да се преоблека в нормални дрехи (точно преди това шнорхелувах). Също така смятам, че ако на пътниците се даде поне 30 минути преди отпътуване, за да вземат хапчета против морска болест, това ще подейства по-добре. Някои пътници по време на моето пътуване взеха хапчето, но все пак им стана лошо, може би защото хапчето не е имало достатъчно време да подейства (трябва да се вземе след закуска, поне 30 минути преди отпътуване).

Overall a great experience and definitely a must to add onto your itineraries! The tour was organised and the staffs made sure everyone was having a safe and fun day at the reef. You have most of what you’ll need in the boat—sea sickness pills, drinks and snacks. We not only got to see The Great Barrier Reef upclose but also above from the Heli. 😍

Since I was a bit nervous about swimming, I opted for the glass-bottom boat and snorkeling package! The glass-bottom boat was amazing; just looking down, I could see beautiful fish and sea turtles, which was truly breathtaking. For snorkeling, I paid an additional AUD 12 to rent a life vest! Just a short distance away, there were schools of colorful fish, and swimming among them myself was a completely different experience. (The fish themselves were actually clearer to see from the glass-bottom boat!) Coin lockers, the souvenir shop, and restaurants all accepted credit card payments!

Although it was a half-day tour, lunch was included, and we were able to fully enjoy the Great Barrier Reef—we were extremely satisfied! We received an email a couple of days beforehand asking us to call to choose between snorkeling or the glass-bottom boat, but they were able to assist us via email instead. I had heard that the boat causes motion sickness, but I didn't get that sick at all. Overall, it was a thoroughly satisfying tour.

Нашата обиколка беше забавена с един час поради лошо време (доста необичайно, като се има предвид, че зимата би трябвало да е „сухият сезон“), но честно казано, те взеха правилното решение! Имахме кратък прозорец с добро време и добра видимост над рифовете. Пилотът Джеси беше много мил и весел; той ме накара да седна до него, виждайки, че пътувам сам, и честно казано, това направи преживяването много по-добро! Също така, това беше едно от най-плавните кацания, които някога съм преживявал със самолет; дори не забелязах, че вече сме на колела на пистата. Силно препоръчвам тази обиколка! Но предвидете известна гъвкавост в графика си, тъй като това е дейност, която много зависи от времето: следете прогнозата 2-3 дни преди да фиксирате дата.

The scenery starts off amazing 👍. The pilot counts down when approaching the Heart Reef. I'm usually very afraid of turbulence and weightlessness; I took motion sickness medication in advance and was able to manage it well ~ Highly recommended, and the pick-up service was also very thoughtful without a long wait.

Nice island getaway with a relaxing vibe We joined a day trip to Fitzroy Island and overall had a nice experience. The boat ride from the marina took about 45 minutes, which was quite manageable. The weather in the days before our trip had been rainy, so the guide let us know in advance that the water might not be very clear. Even so, it was still enjoyable to spend time on the island and go into the water. The beach we were at had corals instead of soft sand, so it was a bit harder and more slippery to walk on, something visitors may want to be prepared for. We still managed to see a few fishes and corals while snorkelling. Overall, it was a relaxing and pleasant day trip, especially if you want to enjoy island scenery and spend some time by the water. I’d recommend bringing suitable footwear for the coral beach and managing expectations depending on recent weather conditions.

Отлично преживяване! Големият бариерен риф определено си заслужава да се посети! Лодката Sunlovers беше наистина хубава в сравнение с други лодки. Гидовете за SeaWalker и Scuba Diving бяха отлични. Имахме и най-доброто преживяване с шнорхелинг!