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Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (579 reviews)
"Very clean room, courteous staff and great amenities. Will definitely stay there again if we’re near there. "
Australia
Gayle
The price is RM428
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Quality Resort Parkhurst

1 Showgrounds Road Horse Creek QLD 4714

1 Showgrounds Road Horse Creek QLD 4714
2.0 star property
Horse Creek
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is RM306
RM336 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
1 Showgrounds Road Horse Creek QLD 4714

Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (728 reviews)
"Fun place to stay right in the heart of Airlie Beach. Stayed in a studio/cabin which was perfect. "
Canada
LINDA
The price is RM273
RM300 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Magnums Airlie Beach

Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (998 reviews)
"The room was clean, close to everything."
Australia
Neville
The price is RM330
RM363 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Mackay Resort Motel

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice poolside staff helpful handy location "
Australia
Nadine
The price is RM360
RM396 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Ingenia Holidays Kinka Beach Yeppoon

Ingenia Holidays Kinka Beach Yeppoon
2.0 star property
Kinka Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Staff were helpful and park suited our accommodation needs."
Australia
John
The price is RM279
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Ingenia Holidays Kinka Beach Yeppoon

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (963 reviews)
"My husban and I have stayed here a few times before and is always a great stay. Staff are fantastic and friendly. Coral Cay resort is our go to for when we need an overnight stay while travelling. "
Australia
Jacqueline
The price is RM371
RM408 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Coral Cay Resort

Reef Resort By Coastal Letting

Reef Resort By Coastal Letting
2.5 star property
West Mackay
The price is RM381
RM419 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Reef Resort By Coastal Letting

White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (972 reviews)
"parking was easy"
Australia
Douglas
The price is RM324
RM356 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
White Lace Motor Inn

Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Courteous staff."
Australia
Raelene
The price is RM336
RM370 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Palm Royale Cairns

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (980 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful, bed comfortable, shower good and plenty of parking. "
Australia
Frances
The price is RM347
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Heritage Cairns

Harbour Sails Motor Inn

Harbour Sails Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gladstone Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (605 reviews)
"Aloha, Accommodating and helpful "
United States
Robert
The price is RM367
RM403 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Harbour Sails Motor Inn

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,022 reviews)
"Food at the restaurant was very good!"
United States
Carole
The price is RM454
RM499 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Rainforest Motel

Rainforest Motel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Very clean Very neat staff Very helpful nice clean rooms 👌"
Australia
David
The price is RM405
RM445 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Rainforest Motel

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"the rooms were due an upgrade"
Australia
Paul
The price is RM322
RM355 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (575 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great location nice breakfast!"
Australia
Pia
The price is RM385
RM423 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
ibis Mackay

Lumina Motel

Lumina Motel
2.0 star property
South Gladstone
The price is RM344
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Lumina Motel

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
North Ward
The price is RM449
RM494 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort
5.0 star property
Townsville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (814 reviews)
"Our 5 night stay was great we have stayed here before basically has everything under the one roof if you are looking to totally relax , Great food bar & pool staff were polite & friendly !!!!"
Australia
Deborah
The price is RM365
RM402 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Rambutan Resort

Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Monte Carlo Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (251 reviews)
"Clean and tidy, comfortable beds. "
Australia
Janita
The price is RM384
RM423 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Monte Carlo Motor Inn
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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.

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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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