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For the most part - the best reefs are only where all the large volumes of tourists dont go
Repeated damage to the coral by boats and their anchors and the 100's of tourists a day who dont understand bouyancy control have taken a heavy toll on the popular pretty shallow coral reef sites, plus a lot of areas have been affected by localised coral bleaching and/or crown of thorns infestations over the years and it takes a while to regenerate.
The best spots !
The Ribbon Reefs, Cod Hole . . . places like that - you get to these by dive charter boats and stay onboard for days.
The outer barrier reef areas where you can get dropped off by helicopter or seaplane or multi day trips.
Hazelwood Island in the Whitsundays was far enough out that it didnt get hammered when I was last there.
Alternatively try Fiji, Vanuatu, Truk Lagoon, Solomon Islands, Palau . . . !!!
Unfortunately the brochures always show you a pretty picture possibly not even taken in that location or the pick of the bunch or a colourful macro shot of one tiny spot.
The best and most colourful corals are generally in the top 10m of water, but deeper drop offs and spectacular landscapes are great to see.
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