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Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great Hotel , great location "
Canada
Adrian
The price is RM518
RM569 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Airlie Beach Hotel

Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.5 star property
Yeppoon
The price is RM500
RM550 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Ardo

Ardo
4.0 star property
Townsville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (313 reviews)
"Great rooms, great style, great location. "
Germany
Christopher
The price is RM633
RM696 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Ardo

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff great location "
Canada
Wayne
The price is RM398
RM438 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (572 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great location nice breakfast!"
Australia
Pia
The price is RM379
RM417 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
ibis Mackay

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (568 reviews)
"Rooms are a good size and very clean with comfortable beds and everything you need for a great stay. Best place to stay for us."
Australia
Anneke
The price is RM422
RM465 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (454 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay at quest. Great service and the amenities are always great. "
Australia
Melanie
The price is RM448
RM493 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Quest Mackay on Gordon

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Spanish Lace Motor Inn
2.0 star property
Rosslea
The price is RM410
RM451 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"I was in Townsville for a business trip. The room was very clean everything smelt fresh. The staff were so helpful and overall the view was amazing from the 13th floor. Had a very relaxing enjoyable stay over the long weekend. Definitely will stay again. "
Australia
Tracy
The price is RM352
RM387 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Aquarius on the Beach

Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (693 reviews)
"Great as always, amazing helpful staff and great rooms. "
Australia
Simon
The price is RM374
RM411 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Mantra Gladstone

Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
Whitsundays
7.8 out of 10, Good, (917 reviews)
"Second time visiting and we love it!"
Australia
Elana
The price is RM604
RM664 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Daydream Island Resort

Sovereign Resort Hotel

Sovereign Resort Hotel
4.0 star property
Cooktown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (295 reviews)
"Clean room and good staff "
Australia
Neil
The price is RM427
RM470 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Sovereign Resort Hotel

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (217 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Paul
The price is RM370
RM407 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Seahaven Resort

Pearly Shell Motel

Pearly Shell Motel
2.0 star property
Bowen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"Spacious room and good parking and close to town"
Australia
Mario
The price is RM366
RM402 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Pearly Shell Motel

Empire Apartment Hotel

Empire Apartment Hotel
4.5 star property
Rockhampton City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (842 reviews)
"A fabulous place to stay ❤️❤️❤️"
Australia
Susan
The price is RM669
RM669 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Empire Apartment Hotel

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice rooms pool was great "
Australia
Paul
The price is RM631
RM694 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Crystalbrook Riley

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location in a quite area, but still very close to the lagoon and various dining areas."
Australia
Dean
The price is RM457
RM503 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Belmoral Corporate Suites

Belmoral Corporate Suites
5.0 star property
South Townsville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (209 reviews)
"Clean room, easy check in, they held baggage after checkout, helpful staff "
Australia
Niamh
The price is RM450
RM495 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Belmoral Corporate Suites

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff friendly "
Australia
George
The price is RM324
RM357 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective
4.0 star property
South Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (811 reviews)
"Great location, staff were very friendly, and the freshly baked biscuits were a pleasant surprise."
Australia
Sharon
The price is RM486
RM535 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
The Palmer Collective
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The largest coral reef in the world lies just off the coast of Cairns and offers thousands of kilometres of coral, marine life and untouched white sand beaches.

Great Barrier Reef showing coral, scuba diving and marine life
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Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

  • Stunning Marine Life: Experience the incredible diversity of marine species, including colourful corals, tropical fish, and majestic dolphins.
  • Outdoor Adventure: Engage in a variety of activities such as snorkelling, scuba diving, and kayaking in crystal-clear waters.
  • Eco-Friendly Experiences: Enjoy eco-tours that highlight the importance of marine conservation and sustainable practices.
  • Vibrant Activity Hubs: Discover action-packed pontoons and beach clubs offering unique leisure experiences for families.
  • Shopping and Recreation: Explore nearby shopping areas and recreational spots to enhance your holiday experience.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is a perfect destination for outdoor, eco-friendly family holidays, offering a plethora of activities. Visitors can engage in dolphin action, explore activities galore, and enjoy the vibrant activities hub. Additionally, activity pontoons and beach clubs provide unique experiences, while nearby shopping and recreational areas enhance the overall adventure. This stunning location promises a memorable experience for all ages.

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Best time to go to Great Barrier Reef

The best time to visit Great Barrier Reef depends on your weather preferences. The hottest average temperature around Great Barrier Reef is in January and February. February is mostly cloudy. The coolest average temperature around Great Barrier Reef is in June when weather is mostly sunny and rainfall is no rain.

calendarCalendar MonthtemperatureTemperaturerainPrecipitationmostlyCloudiness
January79.5°F (26.4°C)Frequent RainMostly Cloudy
February79.5°F (26.4°C)Moderate RainMostly Cloudy
March76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
April72.3°F (22.4°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
May66.6°F (19.200000000000003°C)No RainMostly Sunny
June62.6°F (17.0°C)No RainMostly Sunny
July63.9°F (17.7°C)No RainMostly Sunny
August63.5°F (17.5°C)No RainSunny
September68.4°F (20.200000000000003°C)No RainMostly Sunny
October72.5°F (22.5°C)No RainMostly Sunny
November76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
December78.3°F (25.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny

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