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Reef Recovery

Get hands-on experience in our coral Reef Restoration project with our trained Marine Biologists and Cultural Guides, by helping to tie on coral fragments to Reef Stars, a Mars Sustainable Solutions Reef restoration system

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A holistic approach to reef conservation and unique reef experience planned to connect guests with reef restoration projects on the Great Barrier Reef

Our team have been involved in the installation of over 1,000 Reef Stars at a variety of reef sites across the Great Barrier Reef since 2020. Reef Stars are installed on areas of unnatural unconsolidated coral rubble that have been created through extreme weather systems and other damage. Through their modular structure and the addition of live coral fragments, Reef Stars help to rebuild and regenerate degraded coral reef sites.

Reef Stars were developed by Mars Sustainable Solutions and The Reef Cooperative Reef Star project is a collaboration between Citizens of The Reef, GBR Biology, Mars Australia, Gunggandji Land and Sea Rangers, Dawul Wuru Aboriginal Corporation and supported by founding funder, The Cotton On Foundation.

How to Join a Reef Recovery Day

Reef Recovery Day From $330

Enjoy the array of activities available on Reef Magic Pontoon, but also but also learn from coral restoration practitioners and partake directly in the Reef Cooperatives, MARS Reef Star Restoration project. We only have limited spots available for these particular Reef Recovery days, so book now to secure your spot and be part of a magical reef restoration initiative on the GBR

Suitable for ages 8+

Interact with Cultural Guides and local traditional land and sea rangers with approx 60,000 years of traditional ecological reef management
Hands-on experience in tying on coral fragments to Reef Stars used in coral reef restoration
Learn from marine biologists and coral restoration practitioners about how coral grows and how Reef Stars help to boost reef health and resilience
Contribute directly to Reef Restoration efforts on the Great Barrier Reef whilst enjoying all the usual activities and inclusions the Reef Magic pontoon has to offer
Next Reef Recovery dates are : We currently have a selection of Reef Recovery dates on board our Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel experience. Click here for dates
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