The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Great Barrier Reef, Queensland

April 15, 2022 Frederic Celentano

The world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef stretches almost 1500 miles into the Pacific from the tip of Queensland. Designated a Marine Park by the Australian government and a World Heritage Area by UNESCO, the reef is home to an extraordinary abundance of species and habitats. Snorkeling, diving and fishing are rightly popular along the reef, nowhere more so than on the Whitsunday Islands, where the silica sands and aqua waters of the Coral Sea create the perfect beach escape.
Restaurants in Great Barrier Reef

1. Tony's Tropical Tours

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Tony's Tropical Tours

Tony's Tropical Tours is more than just a day tour. We offer a full day's personal experience travelling as a small group to the Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge, Cape Tribulation and for the adventurous a four wheel drive journey to the largest accessible waterfall - The Bloomfield Falls.Our guides are highly regarded in the industry with experience in leading informative and entertaining tours and together with our personal service and exclusive locations, we have been awarded the Best Daintree Rainforest Tour for Seven consecutive years. We pride ourselves in having received the Advanced Eco Certification and being accepted as an Accredited Tourism Business in Australia as well as receiving the Australian Tourism Quality Assured Product Certification. Being 100% locally owned and operated Rainforest company we will ensure your day will be one to remember.Thinking of visiting? then drop us an email and let us assist you with the best tour to suit your requirements.

2. Lake McKenzie

Fraser Island, Queensland 4581 Australia +61 7 4124 7626 http://www.fraserisland.net/fraser-island-lakes.html
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Lake McKenzie

Reviewed By Hervey2 - Hervey Bay, Australia

Such a beautiful fresh water lake, only the depth changes the colour, so turquoise in the shallows. Try cleaning your jewellery in the sand. I have cleaned my watch and watch face many times, that tells you how soft the sand is. So pure.

3. Back Country Bliss Adventures

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Back Country Bliss Adventures

MORE INFO ON WEBSITE Providing small-group adventures through Tropical North Queensland. Our unique adventures include the one-of-a-kind River Drift Snorkelling tour: Taking guests drifting down a crystal-clear rainforest river, searching for the elusive platypus, turtles or river fish below, while electric blue Butterflies flutter above. An ever growing range of bush walks and hiking tours, allow guests to experience the hidden back country of the Wet Tropics World Heritage area, as we search for hidden waterfalls away from the crowds. Our guides extensive knowledge and appreciation of the region, ensure guests leave with a lasting memories and desire to experience more of this great country!

4. Whitehaven Beach

4802 Australia
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Whitehaven Beach

Uninhabited Whitsunday Island is home to this beautiful beach, one of the world's most spectacular.

Reviewed By 1962SteveB - Brisbane, Australia

This is a must do when you go to Airlie and the Whitsundays. Highly recommend using Cruise Whitsundays that offer a guided walk at Hill Inlet, a delicious lunch and great service. Make sure you snorkel at the southern end reef, there are thousands of fish and live coral galore. Yep, it is not all dead.

5. Hill Inlet

Hill Inlet Hill Inlet Whitsunday Island National Park Whitehaven Beach, 4802 Australia
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Hill Inlet

Reviewed By AnnieJuly

We did an Ocean Rafting (fantastic!) tour which included the walk up to Hill Inlet Lookout! WOW ???? The view is absolutely out of this world!! Don’t think you could get a better ‘beach’ view anywhere in the world!! It’s a relatively easy walk (even got toilets there)!! No filter required!!! Sublime!!

6. Uncle Brian's Tours

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Uncle Brian's Tours

Welcome to Far North Queensland where you’ll be taken on a friendly and personal journey through a tropical wonderland! Visit the Atherton Tablelands or Cape Tribulation and you could be walking and talking your way through ancient rainforests, swimming in crystal clear waterfalls and rainforest creeks, rock sliding, singing, lazing on beautiful beaches, floating in a volcanic crater lake and spotting rare wildlife and crocs! While all the time having Fun!

7. Big Mama Sailing

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Big Mama Sailing

We proudly offer two sailing vessels- Big Mama is 18m(60ft) & Ragamuffin 111 (48ft).We would love to share our lifestyle and ocean backyard with you!Explore the best & hidden gems of Magnetic Island.Humpback Whales(seasonal) but a BONUS on all our sail options.Water activities to suit everyone on our day trips include Snorkelling the fringing Great Barrier Reef Marine Park , sailing, boom netting, kayaks and paddle boards. No experience is needed-safety and a memorable experience is priority. Our Sail options: Full day Adventure Island Sail-Circumnavigate Magnetic Island;Sunset Sail- 2 hours of sailing;Half Day Adventure Island Sail;Private Charters;Magnetic Is & Townsville pick up/ drop off available);We are a small family owner/operator and family friendly. WE OFFER SNORKELLING ONLY.

8. Drop Bear Adventures

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Drop Bear Adventures

Book a K’gari Fraser Island Adventure with Drop Bear Adventures for a truly local and personalised 4wd experience. We can accommodate all bookings from couples and families to small and large groups. Either hire a 4WD, experience one of our guided tours or drive your own vehicle and book your Glamping or Camping stay with us on Fraser Island. Led by locals with an infectious passion for nature, K’gari Fraser Island Adventures is everything you want from an adventure company. We live and breathe island life and can honestly say that our tours offer one of the most culturally rich Aussie experiences you can have in Australia. Drive or be driven when you choose from a guided tour or accommodation and car hire package. When you travel with us, we will guide you every step of the way, sharing a commentary that goes beyond what you read in a book, and itinerary ideas that help you make the most of every second you spend on island time however you choose to do it.

9. Abc Snorkel Charters

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Abc Snorkel Charters

ABC is a very small Australian family business and a SNORKEL ONLY OPERATION. 1st class service as we take just 12 passengers to the best parts of the Great Barrier Reef. Our marine biologists actually get in the water with you and take you snorkelling. We take you to low use reef areas which are the best areas for coral condition and fish life.

20/22 Shields St Level 1 - First Floor, Cairns, Queensland 4870 Australia +61 417 642 921 [email protected] http://www.samuraigalleryaustralia.com
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Samurai Gallery Australia

Please call to make a reservation open by appointment. Samurai Gallery Australia is a private collection of Authentic Japanese Samurai Artefacts. Australia's only full time gallery dedicated to the Japanese crafts and arts of the Samurai. A must visit for anyone interested in history. Displaying Swords, Armor and Art of the ancient warrior class of Japan. View some of the oldest Samurai Swords in Australia, which date back several hundred years.Entrance Located right next door to the woolshed in the city place. OPEN Tuesday to Friday 11am to 3.30pm . Saturday 10.30am to 2.30pm. CLOSED SUNDAY AND MONDAY. Group bookings and school groups by appointment. It is recommended to check before visiting the gallery as we are often away doing exhibitions .

Reviewed By TouringSites

An awesome collection of Samurai weapons, art and culture that has taken decades of dedication to put together. John is very passionate and informative about his collection and will happily steer you in the right direction if you are looking for your own piece of Samurai history.

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