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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 […]
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 […]
Eyes in the Sky
This Whale Watching season, Ocean Rafting worked in conjunction with the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Association, to monitor Humpback Whale movements in the Whitsundays. Our contributions to this research via aerial surveys allowed us to collect and understand the habits and behaviours of Humpback Whales without disturbance and human risk. Aerial technology provides insight […]
Project Manta and Whitsundays Manta Rays
Ocean Rafting has had its most successful Manta Ray research season yet! On one of our Reef Protection Initiative days, our crew successfully photographed 4 Manta Rays that have never been identified along the East Coast of Australia before! To top that off, we have recently reviewed footage from a snorkel dating back to 2019 […]
