Enjoy Snorkeling In Ningaloo Reef

By Author: Julia Jones
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Exmouth is a major tourist destination of Australia. The main attractions of this place are the Ningaloo reefs and the Ningaloo Marine areas. The spectacular sites and adventurous activities make the tourists enjoy the great joy and wonderful feeling in the lap of nature. It is one of world’s most exciting and beauteous places that attract maximum number of visitors in Australia in tourist season.

The most popular excitement of the area is Snorkel Ningaloo reef of Western Australia’s Coral Coast. The name 'Ningaloo' originated from the Aboriginal people. It means a 'point' of high land jutting into the sea. It is an absolute must visit place every traveler in Exmouth. The Coral Bay or the ocean sides of north of Carnarvon are the most happening places in Ningaloo. Here you can enjoy this watery wonderland by exploring the outer coral gardens of the splendid fringing reef; the snorkel with the giants of the deep whale shark will welcome you to their spectacular world. Another famous place for snorkeling in Exmouth is Ningaloo Lakeside in the Ningaloo Reef Marine ...
... Park. It provides great snorkeling opportunity for average level swimmers. The Marine Park protects some important tracts of Ningaloo Reef.

However, it forms one of the longest fringing reefs in the world. The park extends from Bundegi Beach near Exmouth. There are a number of snorkel sites along the coastline. Apart from snorkeling you can enjoy the Reef from a dive boat, or a coral viewing boat or catamaran, or sea kayak. The reef is home for many amazing creatures. It is among the two rare places of the world where Whales harks regularly congregate. It is also one of the important habitats for marine turtle. Among the seven species of turtle worldwide the reef has six species. The other important creatures that form the habitat of the place are Humpback Whales and Manta rays.

The most exciting way to enjoy the snorkeling in the popular site such as Lakeside, Oyster Stack or Turquoise Bay is with Ningaloo Reef Diving. On the other hand it can also be reached by daily bus service to the best spots. The most favorable time for visiting the place for enjoying whale sharks is from March to June. The Australian Federal Minister for Environment Protection proposed to place in the nomination list for World Heritage listing. However, if you want to explore the place but does not wish to get wet, the best option available for them is the semi-submersible cruise. On the other hand the place shows excellent opportunity for Scuba-diving enthusiasts.

Another excitement of the place is the sea kayaks. The double sea kayaks is a good option for exploring the sheltered lagoons. The small restaurants and pubs in coral-bay provide excellent base opportunity for the visitors. The hotels with luxurious suits and the huge nightlife opportunities form the main backbone the huge tourists gathering for the place. The resorts are ideal place for you if you wish to spend your holidays in the lap of the reef.