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11.01.24 – Tawny Nurse Shark
Exploring the Enigmatic Tawny Nurse Shark IntroductionRecently on one of our Reef Protection Trips our crew stumbled across this rare beauty. The Tawny Nurse shark (Nebrius ferrugineus) stands out as an enigmatic species that captivates marine enthusiasts and scientists alike. Let’s delve into the intriguing world of the tawny nurse shark, uncovering its characteristics, habitat, […]
Quarter 5 – The Reef Protection Initiative
Protecting our Patch with the Tourism Reef Protection Initiative! As part of the Tourism Reef Protection Initiative, funded by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, as part of the Australian Government‘s Reef Protection package, Ocean Rafting is proud to have the opportunity to continue to provide vital data to the managers of the Great […]
12.12.23 – Coral Reefs
The Vibrant Underwater Forests: A Deep Dive into Coral Coral, often mistaken as just colourful ocean rocks, plays a crucial role in marine ecosystems. These vibrant underwater organisms are much more complex and fascinating than they might initially appear. They form some of the world’s most productive ecosystems, providing shelter, food, and breeding grounds for […]
Back-to-back Gold for Ocean Rafting at 2023 Queensland Tourism Awards
Ocean Rafting proudly brought home two gold awards on Friday night at the 38th annual Queensland Tourism Awards held in tropical Cairns.
A Golden Night at the 2023 Whitsunday Tourism Awards
Ocean Rafting celebrated a golden night on Friday night at the 2023 Whitsunday Tourism Awards, winning gold in the ‘Major Tour & Transport’ and ‘Adventure Tourism’ categories, and acknowledgment as the Whitsundays’ favourite tourism experiences in the consumer-voted ‘People’s Choice Award Experience’. James Unsworth, Ocean Rafting’s Environmental Manager, Senior Skipper and Master Reef Guide, was also acknowledged for his extensive contribution to the industry in the areas of marine conservation and protection, winning the esteemed Young Achiever Award.
Boats 4 Coral
Earlier this month Ocean Rafting teamed up with the Australian Institute of Marine Science, Reef Catchments, other high-standard tourism operators and Traditional Owners, to participate in the Boats 4 Corals reef assist project, in preparation for the 2023 coral spawning event. The trip involved surveying coral reefs in the area to check for coral […]
