Hardy Reef on the Great Barrier Reef, off Airlie Beach, is a popular dive area around the Reefworld Pontoon. It’s described as having vibrant fish life, including larger reef fish that often gather in the area. Divers can expect extensive hard coral and a mix of schooling and reef-associated species, with additional sightings of crustaceans such as hermit crabs.
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Access
Located on the Great Barrier Reef off Airlie Beach, with Reefworld Pontoon on site.
Coral
Plenty of hard corals are reported.
Aquatic Life
Common sightings include trevally (jackfish), coral trout, snapper, wrasse, yellowtail fusiliers, and large grouper, along with hermit crabs and other crustaceans.
Facilities
Reefworld Pontoon is present at the reef.
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Great Keppel bay dive with shallow coral and rays.

Exposed Great Keppel reef with walls and mooring.