Sentences with phrase «reefs of this remote island»

It was too late, the jagged rock reefs of this remote island had claimed yet another vessel joining the numerous shipwrecks off Point Bennett.

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«Many parts of the coast can, with forward planning, adapt to sea - level rise, but we need to better understand environments that will struggle to adapt, such as developing countries with large low - lying river deltas sensitive to salinisation, or coral reefs and particularly small, remote islands or poorer communities,» said Dr Brown.
However, after setting up different sized «buffets» of algae at study locations off the remote island of Mo'orea, the researchers found that reef fish are willing to move past that fear.
Those scientists were conducting research in the Phoenix Islands, a remote collection of atolls and reefs in the central Pacific.
These Cairns cruises will take you to stunning fringing reefs off Lizard and Pelorus Islands and the remote Ribbon Reef on the northern end of the outer edges of the coral rReef on the northern end of the outer edges of the coral reefreef.
Get an insider's view of Sydney with a private guide; discover remote stretches of the world's largest barrier reef from secluded Lizard Island; and sleep within sight of sacred Uluru, where you'll learn about the Aboriginal traditions that infuse the outback.
The exception is the remote island of Anegada, which is a low limestone formation flanked by an extensive barrier reef.
MV Reef Endeavour will carry you beyond the reach of holiday crowds — exotic island hideaways, soft sandy beaches, balmy bays and remote outer reefs.
Sailing Sailing is the best way to explore the Whitsunday's 74 tranquil islands, where you can experience the intimate beauty of the surrounding reefs and bays as you sail around the remote shores of Hamilton Island.
Our service - oriented crew can transport you and up to 15 others for a thrilling excursion from Playa Uvas (Uvas Beach) on the Island of Cozumel to sail to remote beaches and thriving coral reefs.
The remote beauty of Bedarra makes it one of the best examples of luxury island stays on the reef.
The coral channels of Kauai's north shore reefs are best dove in calmer summer months, and this is also the season for day trips to remote Niihau island for gigantic sea arches, big fish and perhaps a swim with monk seals.
Remote and ruggedly beautiful, Lizard is surrounded by the finest beaches and waters of any Great Barrier Reef Island.
The remote island boasts rugged natural beauty, with wooded hillsides, valleys and grassy meadows, stunning bays and reefs, and none of the excessive tourist development that can detract from nature's charm.
This paradise city is on the doorstep of remote and tropical islands, world heritage rainforests and record - breaking reefs.
Australia is surrounded by an endless coastline of natural beauty and pristine beaches — with Islands In The Sun you can explore the remote islands of Australia, including the world famous islands of the Great BarrieIslands In The Sun you can explore the remote islands of Australia, including the world famous islands of the Great Barrieislands of Australia, including the world famous islands of the Great Barrieislands of the Great Barrier Reef.
Honeymooners or couples just wanting an exquisite escape are particularly recommended the beautiful romantic Great Barrier Reef Islands of Lizard, Dunk, Hayman, Brampton, Peppers Palm Bay or Hamilton, the remote Robinson Crusoe experience of Haggerstone Island, the secluded and exclusive Orpheus Island.
I planned to lounge on tropical powdery - white beaches; swim, snorkel and suntan; ride a helicopter to one of the Andaman's most remote islands; take a day - long, escorted bus journey through Andaman island's wild interior jungles, apparently full of a rather hostile forest tribe who throw arrows at passing vehicles; and celebrate Christmas by scuba diving on pristine coral reefs.
From the lofty peaks of Bhutan to the breathtaking reefs surrounding Indonesia's fabled Spice Islands, Aman seeks ways to make the world's most remote destinations accessible, through exceptional, individually curated expeditions and adventures.
These expeditions to the sections of the Great Barrier Reef north of Lizard Island and / or Lockhart River, offer unparalleled opportunities to explore some of the most remote and pristine diving areas in the world!
Boasting 14 kilometres of pristine white - sand beaches, lush coconut groves, crystal clear waters and vibrant coral reefs, the island is a remote and tranquil oasis just five degrees south of the equator.
Vietnam beach tours include Vietnam holidays amidst miles of beaches, deserted bays, remote islands as well as coral reefs and many water activities that are found in areas such as Nha Trang, Muine, Phu Quoc, Long Hai, Whale Island, Danang... they are just few among a gamut of beaches dotting the coast Vietnam travelers will find including chill backpacker hangouts, luxurious resort getaways and sleepy fishing villages.
Airlie Beach Helipad (formally Heli Taxi) offer a number of private charter tours over the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef and can land the helicopter at a number of remote locations across the Whitsundays, such as the world famous Whitehaven Beach or Langford Reef for a great snorkel, and enjoy a champagne lunch.
From her home port she can be re-located to any destination as required by the charterer and places such as the Solomon Islands are just one of our clients favourite locations as it is very special not only for the cultural and wildlife aspect, but also for the brilliant scuba diving and snorkelling that these remote pristine reefs offer those lucky enough to experience them.
The waves of the reef break on to this remote island.
This guided tour offers a tranquil way to see the beauty of the reef and Fitzroy Island, exploring remote beaches and exclusive snorkelling locations only accessible by kayak.
Thanks to its location on the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef — roughly 80kms north - east of Bundaberg — Lady Elliot is about as remote as you can comfortably get for a CastAway-esque island escape.
The laidback and remote village of Tulamben is located in one of the farthest corners of the island, which features an arid overland terrain, much in contrast to the beautifully colourful reefs that await under the surface of the waves.
I've dove Mexico, Zanzibar, Malawi, the Bahamas, Palau, French Polynesia, the Cook Islands, Belize and some more remote parts of the great barrier reef (and more)... but Raja Ampat is it.
Hundreds of dive sites to explore, including some of the most pristine reefs on earth, great Muck diving, remote islands as well as touristy spots... Malaysia has it all!
A remarkable assortment of exotic marine species thrive in the teeming reefs along the islands and within the remote coves of Bahia de Banderas (Banderas Bay); prismatic fish species, Olive Ridley Turtles, Giant Pacific Manta Rays, and Moray Eels can be found in the Puerto Vallarta region.
Next, we traveled to San Cristóbal, joining dive professionals to survey a reef off a remote part of the island, and again we found just 1 to 3 percent coral cover, despite no signs of coastal development.
To compare these with eastern conditions, we visited the very remote reefs of Darwin and Wolf islands to the extreme northwest.
On the floor of a remote island lagoon halfway between Hawaii and Fiji, the giant reef site had been devastated by unusually warm water.
However, Indigenous groups in many of these ecologically rich and often remote environments Indigenous peoples regard the inland waters, rivers, wetlands, sea, islands, reefs, sandbars and sea grass beds as an inseparable part of their estates.
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