Snorkelling & Scuba Diving: Explore a Vibrant Array of Marine Treasures
The Great Barrier Reef in Queensland offers some of the most popular snorkelling and scuba diving spots to let you unwind the beautiful, vibrant, magical and colourful underwater world. Snorkelling is one of the most famous recreational water activities in Australia. It allows people to have a glimpse of marine world. You can explore an array of colourful and beautiful creatures, corals and plants. You can witness wildlife and the marine habitat and much more. On the other hand, Scuba diving lets you move freely under the waster and freely enjoy being a part of that marine life. You can come closer to the fish species, corals and other creatures and unwind their ecosystem. Here are some best places to go Snorkelling and Scuba Diving in Queensland:
Green Island
More than 120 native plant species, fish species and colourful corals, Green Island is an ideal place for snorkelling and diving. Wear your goggles and explore a beautiful coral garden deep inside the coastal water. You will also discover a 6,000-year old coral cay, Upolu Cay Reef and other mesmerising things. You can go to the Green Island on a day trip or stay overnight. There are couple of great resorts available in its local vicinity.
The Low Isles
Located in the Port Douglas, North Queensland, The Law Isles is one of the ideal places to see the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. You can reach this island via boat and can do snorkelling and diving to unwind corals, fish species and sea turtles. You can go there on a day trip or a half-day trip with your family and loved ones.
Heron Island
Heron Island is also one of the hidden gems because it offers special attraction to visitors, especially those who are looking for an unforgettable snorkelling experience. You can swim deep inside the ocean to see blue starfish, sea turtles, and big sea cucumbers.
Kayak Surfing: Riding Waves in the Ocean
Kayak Surfing is one of the most adventurous sports/activities that allows you to play with the wild waves in the ocean. It is similar to board surfing, but you can sit in a kayak and paddle it along the shores to explore the beauty of Queensland’s waterways. Here are some places where you can explore your surfing skills:
Kirra
Kirra is one of the most renowned places where you can do all types of surfing. When conditions are in favour, you can take your kayak and paddle through the shores to enjoy your adventurous ride.
Snapper Rocks
It is also a fantastic right-hand point break, ideal for kayak surfing. It is also renowned for a world championship tour events and various river to reef rides. You can visit here and paddle into a wild and powerful waves.
Burleigh Heads
It is one of the most popular destinations for water sports and activities. You can jump off from the rock-strewn point and enjoy your surfing. You can easily find rental kayaks in the Burleigh Heads. So what are you waiting for!
Windsurfing: A Recreational Water Sport
Windsurfing is a great water-based sport which is a combination of surfing and sailing. It is also renowned as sailborading. From local residents to students and international tourists, everyone wants to experience windsurfing in Queensland. Make sure you have a 2.5 to 3 meters long board if you want to experience the wind and a sail at the same time.
Most people usually learn basic sailing skills in one to two hour of sessions to feel the breeze and power of winds. You can also learn simple techniques to get through the winds in the ocean.
Water Skiing
Water skiing is a spectacular and most adventurous sport which is played in the surface of water. This sport requires a pair of boards to ski and a clothesline. Water skiing can be done by over two persons at the same time. It usually starts in deep water and you can navigate through the wild waves. This water sport should be done in an anticlockwise pattern and make sure you find the right spots where you can do water skiing.
Whale Watching
Is whale watching in your bucket list? You can visit Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and other parts of Queensland to experience this from your naked eyes. There are many spots where you can actually see whales and dolphins playing and eating their meals. Take your kids along with you if recently shifted to Queensland. This will be a great recreational activity for local residents and tourists.
