Explore the reef that has a similar shape to a horseshoe.
Hastings Reef is about 50 kilometres from Cairns and is one of the most popular outer reefs. Hastings Reef often has a lot of Great Barrier Reef tours where you can do a range of different activities out on the water.
Hastings Reef is the perfect snorkelling reef
Outer reefs are known for being deep and the best spot for diving in the Great Barrier Reef. But Hastings Reef is actually quite shallow, being about 13 metres. With this reef not as deep as other outer reefs, it is a better spot for snorkelling rather than diving. Even though is a better snorkelling spot, depending on the tide, you could still scuba dive here.
Snorkel with the different marine species
From the majestic green sea turtles to reef squids, reef sharks, and all kinds of fish you can see when exploring Hastings Reef. So, when you’re snorkelling at here, you’ll see all the smaller fish swimming around in the colourful coral. You could also come across larger reef animals that are spotted where the reef wall drops off.