5.2 Commercial marine tourism

Commercial marine tourism is the largest Reef-dependent commercial industry within the Region, contributing significantly to the economy. Commercial marine tourism experiences in the Region range from kayaking and snorkelling adventures and fishing charters (Section 5.4) to overnight experiences on reef-based pontoons or islands. 

A scuba diver underwater looking at a pink soft coral on a coral reef wall. There are colourful corals and fish in the foreground around the soft coral.
The beauty of the Great Barrier Reef attracts visitors from all over the world © Chris Roelfsema 2021