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Top 10 National Parks in Great Barrier Reef, Queensland
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.
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1. Eurimbula National Park
2. Hinchinbrook Island National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
An untouched beauty with day camping and a multi- day walking trail running the length on the eastern side of the island. Perfect for will practiced hiker accustomed to Australian conditions. No stroller or wheelchair access, no shops, no accomodation on the trail.
3. Capricorn Coast National Park
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Adventurers049 - Brisbane, Australia
This is a stunning part of Australia. There are miles of beautiful beaches with natural forests that come down the the beachs. Plenty of places to chill-out.
4. Endeavour River National Park
5. Curtis Island National Park and Regional Park
6. Whitsunday Islands National Park
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5.0 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By CodyMav - Gold Coast, Australia
Get on the water, and experience what you can of the 74 Whitsunday islands. Whether its sailing, a cruise, the iconic Whitehaven Beach, Heart Reef or Hill Inlet, find a way to immerse yourself in this natural beauty
7. Lizard Island National Park
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By LiseyWal - Melbourne, Australia
A must visit if you are in the Great Barrier Reef. It’s absolutely stunning and picturesque and we cannot wait to return one day.
8. Orpheus Island National Park
9. Wild Cattle Island National Park
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Jim4680 - Gladstone, Australia
There is vehicular access to Wild Cattle Island, but it's restricted to residents. The easiest access otherwise is on foot. Fishing is great on the seaward side. If you feel adventurous, try cycling on the wet sand. There are holiday homes on the Southern part of the island.
10. Museum of Tropical Queensland
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4.5 based on 382 reviews
Want to explore a shipwreck, dive on the Great Barrier Reef and visit a rainforest, all in one day? Situated in the city centre, the Museum showcases life in the tropics from dinosaurs to modern day, with our travelling exhibitions and local displays adding a touch of the unexpected. The Museum is family-friendly and has free activities and tours every day including a great activity where you can help fire a ships cannon (at 11am and 2.30Pm daily, covered shoes required). Our Cafe is open from 10am to 3pm daily and serves great coffee, milkshakes, fresh sandwiches, wraps, slices and more. There are gluten-free options as well. And we've got FREE WiFi!
Reviewed By SallieRae
We visited the Museum of Tropical Queensland and were fascinated by the story of the HMS Pandora, it’s journey in 1790 to try to reclaim the HMS Bounty and its subsequent shipwreck on the Great Barrier Reef in 1791. The museum contains a life-size model of the bow of the HMS Pandora that provides enormous insight into the construction and size of the ship. The museum also houses numerous artifacts and provides visual storytelling of the discovery and investigation of the shipwreck of the HMS Pandora. A thoroughly enjoyable and informative museum.
