100 Magic Miles Of The Great Barrier Reef The Whitsunday Islands

Gardening & Environment Education & Reference Travel & Exploration

100 Magic Miles of the Great Barrier Reef: The Whitsunday Islands by David Colfelt is the definitive cruising and travel reference for one of Australia’s most pristine marine playgrounds. This 2000 illustrated paperback distills 256 pages of local knowledge into clear, easy-to-follow guidance for yachties, kayakers, bare-boat charterers, and armchair adventurers.

Inside, hand-drawn charts sit beside full-colour photographs to reveal every safe anchorage, coral garden, and secluded beach between Shute Harbour and the outer reef. Colfelt’s straightforward notes on tides, passage routes, and environmentally sensitive areas help readers explore confidently while protecting the fragile ecosystem.

Nature lovers will appreciate the quick-reference panels on reef life, bushwalks, and island resorts, while professional crews value the GPS coordinates and radio frequencies that make trip planning seamless. The book’s compact size slips easily into onboard lockers or day-packs, turning short island hops into a curated itinerary of 100 unforgettable miles.

This clean, gently read copy shows no writing or smoke odour and remains tightly bound, ready for its next voyage. Whether you’re plotting a Whitsunday holiday, expanding an Australia travel library, or seeking a thoughtful gift for sailors and ocean enthusiasts, Colfelt’s classic delivers enduring practical magic.