A true coral cay located at southern end Australi's World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel or scuba diver with manta rays, turtles and sharks.
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Lady Elliot Island is part of the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef which is one of the most diverse and complex ecosystems in the world. Formed over a 3000 year period, you can learn all about the marine wonderland that is Lady Elliot Island on a guided reef walk or through the informative display at the reef education centre. Bird watchers also flock here to observe 95 species of birds. More than 50,000 birds nest here during summer. Sea turtles including the endangered Loggerhead Turtle also nest on Lady Elliot during the summer months from late afternoon through until early morning from November to January. Baby turtle hatchlings can be seen scampering to the ocean from January until April - usually under the cover of darkness.
There are 19 dive sites including Lighthouse Bommie, Coral Gardens, Moiri and Shark Pool with excellent visibility ranging from 15 to 40 metres. Explore the shipwreck in the waters off the island where Manta Rays - the island's icon - are regularly seen. A fully equipped dive centre on the island caters for all interests and abilities, offering resort dives for the beginner through to advanced dives for the qualified. Dive courses are also offered.
The resort, located on the beachfront offers a low-key eco friendly atmosphere. The resort caters for just 100 guests and allows you to get back to nature away from the crowds and hectic pace of major tourist areas
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