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Photo credit.<\/a><\/p>\n\r\n Aside from the coral system\u2019s sheer size, one of its other impressive features is the number and diversity of wildlife that it supports. When you\u2019re diving here, you\u2019ll definitely want to make a point of seeing at least a few of the six different species of turtles and the many dolphins and whales. There\u2019s also sharks lurking about, but they are a fascinating sight and rarely pose any serious hazard to divers. Keep your eyes open and your wits about you, and they are unlikely to bother you.<\/p>\n I\u2019ve spent quite a lot of time diving along the Great Barrier Reef and, in my opinion, the best way to do so is by taking a liveaboard cruise<\/span>. Exceptional dive sites like Osprey Reef and Ribbon Reefs are not practical destinations for a one day trip. They are simply too remote. You\u2019ll want ample time for underwater exploration, so a liveaboard is definitely the way to go. However, you should take care to book such a trip well in advance. The number of trips each year are limited and these are very popular destinations for diving.<\/p>\n If you decide that Osprey or Ribbon is the destination for you, the months of June through September offer the best visibility. Ribbon Reefs will treat you to colorful corals and an abundance of marine life. The highlight here for me is always Cod Hole. <\/p>\n The Giant Potato Cod found here behave much like domesticated fish thanks to several generations of interaction with divers. Each time I go there, the best part of the trip is having these enormous fish delicately nibble food right out of my hand. Of course, they are not the only fish who partake in the feast. <\/p>\n Photo Credit<\/a><\/p>\n Coral trout, triggerfish and other species are common sights here, and it\u2019s an amazing experience when they swarm gracefully around you. You\u2019ll definitely want to have your underwater camera ready if you\u2019re diving here.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re new to diving, I highly recommend trying the Outer Barrier Reef. Plenty of great opportunities lie just outside of Cairns, and there are plenty of dive companies who can take you on a breathtaking excursion. In my experience, Flynn Reef offers some of the best wildlife viewing anywhere along the Great Barrier Reef. <\/p>\n This is especially true if you\u2019re hoping to catch a glimpse of turtles. Some particularly enormous specimens call this area home, and these gentle giants will leave you breathless and amused. <\/p>\n Flynn is also an excellent spot for finding diverse species of coral. Plate coral, table coral, staghorn and others are all found here. If you have only a short time to dive, then I would recommend this beautiful and easily accessible site.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve got plenty of time and are feeling adventurous, sail out to the Coral Sea. Bougainville, Shark and Holmes reefs offer monumental opportunities for diving. Massive sheer walls and graceful pinnacles are combined with stunning sea life to make this a diver\u2019s dream destination. <\/p>\n With so many wonderful opportunities for interacting with nature, I think I could spend my whole live diving here without ever feeling that I\u2019m seeing the same thing twice. The Great Barrier Reef offers endless variety, and it’s a suitable place for novice and experienced divers to practice their sport surrounded by unparalleled beauty.<\/p>\n What are your thoughts about scuba diving the GBR? Would you like to go dive the Great Barrier Reef? Feel free to contact us<\/a>. We have multiple partners that offer dive packages + accommodation<\/a> and scuba lessons.<\/p>\n Enjoyed this blogpost? Sign up <\/a> for our free newsletter! and get our scuba blogs delivered in your inbox.<\/p>\n Feel free to check out our Scuba Dive partners on the map below for packages, training or guided trips: \r\n This article is published by The Scuba Page, the online magazine for Scuba Dive lovers around the world. The Scuba Page is part of RUSHKULT <\/a>: the online booking platform for adventure sports. Visit the RUSHKULT <\/a> platform to book your next Scuba Dive training, guided trip and accommodation.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n <\/body><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Whether you are trying out scuba diving for the first time or you\u2019re a seasoned veteran, the Great Barrier Reef is one of the best places in the world to dive. The visibility is great, the underwater landscape is spectacular and the sheer variety of marine species on view is second to none. 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When to go<\/h2>\n
GBR isn\u00e2\u0080\u0099t just for expert divers<\/h2>\n
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