Scuba Diving the Great Barrier Reef Cairns Australia (Agincourt Reef)
Diving 13 years ago 32,332 views
I finally made a trip to the Great Barrier Reef to do some scuba diving with the Quicksilver guys. We dived a beautiful spot called Agincourt Reef, at the very outer edge of the Barrier Reef. Here, special reefs known as 'ribbons' run parallel to the Continental Shelf. Adjacent to the Coral Sea trench, these ribbon reefs are recognized as the most pristine eco-systems in the reef's environment. We did 2 dives at an average of 12 meters / 40 mins. The Red Sea Bass were there to greet us on the drop into the water. Hundreds of different types of corals, a few lionfish, drummers, unicornfish, clownfish and tons of anemones in the shallower sections.
This particular dive was very basic with alot of people diving it. It's great for those experiencing it for their first time. Once you become comfortable underwater with dozens of dives, venture elsewhere to more exotic locations with less people to really enjoy the views.
BSAC is 12 Years old with a BSAC School or 14 Years old with a BSAC Branch for your Ocean or Club Diver Course.
NAUI is 12 Years old for Junior Certification.
PADI is 8 Years old for Bubblemaker and Seal Team Programs or 10 Years old for a Junior Certification.
SSI is 8 Years old for SCUBA Rangers and 12 Years old for Junior Certification.
SDI is 8 Years Old for Future Buddies programs and 10 Years old for a Junior (Restricted) Open Water Certification.
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