Is it safe to snorkel in the reef?

Is it safe to snorkel in the reef? Snorkeling is an extremely safe activity, especially if you take all of the correct precautions and listen to your own body whilst swimming. Below are some basic Great Barrier Reef snorkeling safety tips. Fitness.

How deep is the snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef?

Reef depth ranges anywhere from five to 30 metres, as the reefs are known to drop away suddenly in certain places. How deep you can go will depend on your diver certification (if you have one).

Has anyone died snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef?

York boxer Cameron Shaw drowned while snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef. A boxer from York drowned while snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef, an inquest heard. Cameron Shaw, 25, was found floating in the sea, off the coast of Cairns in Australia, on Monday, October 24 this year and pronounced dead at the scene.

What not to do at the Great Barrier Reef?

Take care when diving and snorkelling Be aware of where your fins are and avoid touching anything with them. Don't rest or stand on coral. If you must stand up, make sure it is on sand or use rest stations. Observe animals rather than handling them directly, and avoid blocking the path of free swimming animals.

Is snorkeling with reef sharks safe?

Don't Get Complacent Around Reef Sharks A bite in the wrong place at the wrong time could be very dangerous. Attacks by sharks tend to be provoked, and if they aren't, are often because of extenuating circumstances. It's very, very rare for a reef shark attack to occur if you've taken the right precautions.

When should you avoid the Great Barrier Reef?

Avoiding stinger season When you snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef during May to October you will avoid the peak stinger season. This is where box jellyfish and irukandji jellyfish are around. These jellyfish are around all year, they are more common during the warmer months.

Can non swimmers snorkel in Great Barrier Reef?

If you're not a confident swimmer, that's ok! We have a number of ways to assist you experience the reef. These include our Snorkelling Safety Officers who's primary focus is to assist you no matter your level of confidence in the water. We have buoyancy vests and flotation aids available.