Lonely Planet : Queensland And The Great Barrier Reef (4th Edition 2005)

Description

All-in-one guide to Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef, formerly covered separately in Islands of the Great Barrier Reef full-colour special section on the Great Barrier Reef comprehensive new Outdoor Activities chapter highlighting beach, reef and rainforest activities increased coverage of the popular and beautiful Cairns: extensive new Cairns & Around chapter and new map of Cairns' northern beaches The Great Barrier Reef is more than 2,300km long Moreton Bay's original inhabitants participated in cooperative fishing with dolphins, who would herd prey towards their spears and traps Southern right whales have been spotted as far north as Queensland's Harvey Bay during migration season (the whales usually only migrate as far as Victoria or New South Wales) one job is created in Queensland for every 167 domestic or 65 international visitors

First published 1996; this 4th edition August 2005.

Reviews

...for the adventurous traveler who wants to live like a native.' --Real Simple Magazine, June 2005