Can you still see the Great Barrier Reef if you can’t swim?

It’s no wonder why the sparkling blue waters and the colourful coral, known as the Great Barrier Reef, is one of the wonders of the world.

The Great Barrier Reef is without a doubt one of Australia’s main attractions that you should be visiting while in the country. But can you still see this part of the world if you can’t swim? The short answer is yes, you most certainly can still see the Great Barrier Reef even if you can’t swim! Luckily for you, there are an endless activities on offer, you will run out time fitting them all in.

Glass-Bottom Boat

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  Instead of diving, you can hang out above the water in the glass bottom boat. As you can probably guess from its name, this small boat has a complete glass bottom. The boat will cruise across the water, allowing passengers to see the swarms of fish and marine life whizzing past you from below. The glass bottom boat is perfect for the whole family of all ages who can find this a convenient and easy experience without getting a single drop of water on you.

  Pontoon

  Travel out to the outer reef and encounter the state of the art pontoon nestled in the heart of the reef. A pontoon is essentially a massive boat that floats in the middle of the reef. Smaller boats will then travel out, allowing guests to spend a day on the pontoon that is filled with activities. Due to its stability and size, the pontoon can accommodate a lot of people. The aim of the pontoon is to provide visitors a great way to see the reef both inside and out of the water.

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  The pontoon has toilets, showers, dining areas, a kitchen, as well as both indoor and outdoor hang out spots. With a kid’s a pool and a theme park style waterside to entertain the children, the adults can relax in the licensed bar on board. From the pontoon there are chances for you to join a glass bottom boat tour to see even more of the reef.

  Even if you don’t jump in the water, you’re guaranteed to enjoy your time at the pontoon!

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• Boom Netting

  An alternative to swimming that lets you instead enjoy the cool ocean waters without any effort. It’s called boom netting, a large net that is attached to the back of the boat. The boom netting gets lowered into the water where guests scramble into to sit waist deep within the net. As the boat sets off, you can ride along the water securely inside the net. Take some time and look out for the islands and marine life as you go by.
  Boom netting is a fun adventure and great for those who would like to experience the waters of the Great Barrier Reef but can’t swim.

  Boat Cruise

  

  A simple way to enjoy the Great Barrier Reef and see the stunning sapphire waters is to take a day trip out on a boat. Tuck into a delicious seafood lunch along with a glass of bubbles and take in the stunning views.
  Boat tours can include travelling through the famous Green Island or even hanging out at Lizard Island.

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For those who aren’t keen swimmers, join this one day Great Barrier Reef pontoon tour! You’ll be on the pontoon for the day where you can enjoy the scenery and have the chance to go on the glass bottom boat. The pontoon is full of adventures for the whole family, from waterslides to fish feeding! You’ll also have a tropical buffet lunch while onboard.