Expert: Frank Denison - 4/29/2010

Question
Hi Frank:
I'm planning a trip to Australia/Queensland. I'm aware of what the Great Barrier Reef offers to swimmers/divers/snorkelers. However, I'm none of these. The only time I get in the water is in the shower! Given that, is it worth trying to see the GBR and, if so, what is the best way to do it?
Thanks a lot for your help.

Answer
G'day Larry,
           You will still have a great opportunity to see the GBR. There are 3 options.
Glass Bottom boat, will give you a close view and is reasonably cheap. There is a mini submarine off Cairns that will also be good.

The other, but more expensive option is a plane or helicopter flight over the reef. It is SPECTACULAR.  A link to some of the flight operators - http://www.cairnsvisitorcentre.com/scenic_air_excursions.htm

if you can afford it, do the sub and the flight.

Regards,
Frank