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Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect room perfect location"
Australia
Sarah
The price is RM463
RM510 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Airlie Beach Hotel

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Great location!!"
Canada
Lorna
The price is RM510
RM561 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff, very clean rooms Lovely hospitality staff as well. "
United States
kristen
The price is RM755
RM830 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Coral Sea Resort

Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.5 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Lovely motel, convenient location and nice friendly staff. Good parking. No hanging space for clothes was the only issue for us. "
Australia
Sharon
The price is RM497
RM547 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff were a great help in our needs working with Expedia. Super location "
Canada
Gary
The price is RM455
RM500 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel, clean comfortable room, great breakfast"
Canada
John
The price is RM1,000
RM1,100 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
Reef View Hotel

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Very nice hotel."
United States
Mark
The price is RM641
RM705 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Crystalbrook Riley

Picnic Bay Hotel

Picnic Bay Hotel
3.0 star property
Picnic Bay
The price is RM595
RM654 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Picnic Bay Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Food at the restaurant was very good!"
United States
Carole
The price is RM423
RM465 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Ardo

Ardo
4.0 star property
Townsville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (320 reviews)
"Lovely accommodation with fantastic staff"
Australia
Toni
The price is RM725
RM797 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Ardo

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, good location"
United States
Richard
The price is RM446
RM491 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Hilton Cairns

Rainforest Motel

Rainforest Motel
Mission Beach
The price is RM397
RM437 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Rainforest Motel

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (572 reviews)
"Pool was nice for a quick swim prior to getting access to my room."
Australia
Tim
The price is RM420
RM462 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Empire Apartment Hotel

Empire Apartment Hotel
4.5 star property
Rockhampton City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (846 reviews)
"A fabulous place to stay ❤️❤️❤️"
Australia
Susan
The price is RM666
RM666 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Empire Apartment Hotel

Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (698 reviews)
"Great as always, amazing helpful staff and great rooms. "
Australia
Simon
The price is RM394
RM433 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Mantra Gladstone

Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (718 reviews)
"Well located, with easy access to shops and restaurants!"
United Kingdom
Eleanor
The price is RM268
RM294 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Magnums Airlie Beach

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"It's a great hotel with nice location and service"
United States
Alexei
The price is RM434
RM478 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Crystalbrook Flynn

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"a lovely hotel near the amenities."
United Kingdom
mrs m
The price is RM453
RM499 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, excellent breakfast and amenities. "
United States
Prajakta
The price is RM467
RM514 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff friendly "
Australia
George
The price is RM347
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
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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.

*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.

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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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