THE fourth cohort of Master Reef Guides program was recently hosted by Coral Expeditions. The program is a formal qualification educating the Great Barrier Reef’s guides and ambassadors in the latest research and information. It also provides a leadership platform ensuring world-leading representation and education of the reef. The expedition...
THE fourth cohort of Master Reef Guides program was recently hosted by Coral Expeditions.
The program is a formal qualification educating the Great Barrier Reef’s guides and ambassadors in the latest research and information.
It also provides a leadership platform ensuring world-leading representation and education of the reef.
The expedition field school was held on the reef in Mar, bringing together guides from across Queensland to learn how to enhance visitor experiences through storytelling.
Coral Expeditions I (pictured) was the “floating classroom” for the latest cohort, which was led by the world’s leading reef guides, global scientists and destination management specialists.
The first of its kind in the world, the Master Reef Guide program is delivered biannually by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, Association of Marine Park Tourism Operators and Tourism & Events Queensland.
Master Reef Guide nominees go through strict selection and training processes before completing comprehensive study and field training.
Across the four days, the guides enjoyed a climb to the summit of Cook’s Look on Lizard Island, and shared knowledge in training sessions on board the ship.
“We are thrilled to be a partner in the Great Barrier Reef Master Guides program and greatly enjoyed hosting the recent school amongst our passionate peers aboard Coral Expeditions I,” said Coral Expeditions Commercial Director Jeff Gillies.
“World-leading interpretation has always been a hallmark of reef tourism experiences here in Queensland, and the chance to be involved with such an array of experts and to develop the emerging storytellers from our marine tourism sector is a natural fit for Coral Expeditions.”
View a video recap HERE.
