Expert: Frank Denison - 8/10/2005

Question
Dear Frank,

My husband and I are travelling to Cairns and townsville next year in May, and are struggling to find somewhere good to: Go snokling on the reef, that isn't too expensive but is also safe. Have you heard of any great places/outfits that seem to do a good job, and also any specific cool (but free/inexpensive) places that might be worth a visit while  we're up there?

Lastly, do you know of any good links online for info on these areas?

Thanks so much for your time?

Answer
G'day Sylvia,

           Sorry for the delay, but my nephew did not get back to me until today.

These places that may be able to help are :-

Townsville Tourism Phone 47213660 - http://www.townsvilleonline.com.au/

Diving Dreams Phone 47212500 http://www.divingdreams.com.au/ (more diving than snorkeling.

Cairns & Great Barrier Reef  http://www.tropicalaustralia.com.au/

Lucinda Reef Island and Charter Service Phone 47778220  http://www.hinchinbrooknq.com.au/trsm_hbrook_island.htm

Queensland Goverment
http://www.epa.qld.gov.au/parks_and_forests/recreation/reef_activities/snorkelli...

I hope this helps. Good luck.

Regards,
Frank