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Cairns is a major international destination for scuba diving due to its close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef. Cairns plays host to some of the best Snorkeling and Scuba Diving locations to be found anywhere in the world. From the novice to the veteran the experience of snorkeling in Cairns is unforgettable, due mainly to the excellent diving conditions of clear, warm water, abundant marine life and the diversity and color of the coral. About Snorkeling in Cairns Snorkeling in Cairns is the practice of swimming at the surface of a body of water while equipped with a diving mask, a shaped tube called a snorkel, and usually swim fins. The snorkeler observes underwater attractions for extended periods of time with relatively little effort. Snorkeling is a popular recreational activity, particularly at tropical resort destinations and many places recreational scuba divers venture. Snorkeling is also employed by scuba divers when near the surface, and search and rescue teams may snorkel as part of a water-based search. The primary attraction of snorkeling in Cairns is the opportunity to observe underwater life in a natural setting. This may include coral reefs and their denizens, such as fish, octopuses, starfish, sea urchins, and mollusks. Snorkeling in sandy areas may allow sighting of rays and various flatfish. Other organisms that can be seen while snorkeling include various forms of seaweed, jellyfish, sea turtles, and occasionally anything else which may be found in the ocean. Many of the organisms found in reef locations are vibrantly colored and very abundant, making for an engrossing experience.
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