Beaver Reef (Outer Great Barrier Reef)
Beaver Reef
Beaver Reef, an outer reef about an hour by boat from Mission Beach, with rich corals and fish and far fewer visitors than the Cairns routes.
Mission Beach is one of the mainland towns closest to the outer reefs of the Great Barrier Reef. Local dive boats usually head to outer reefs such as Beaver Reef, a trip of about an hour. Options include snorkeling, introductory dives, and certified dives. Boats carry fewer people, and the atmosphere is relaxed. Trips are heavily affected by wind and waves, so book in advance and watch for cancellation notices. The outer reefs are part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, and tour tickets usually include an environmental management charge.
Opening hours
With sea tours, approx. 08:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Dunk Island
- Mission Beach
- Bicton Hill Track
- Bingil Bay
- The Big Cassowary
- Licuala Fan Palm Walk
- Etty Bay
- Paronella Park