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Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great staff, very clean rooms Lovely hospitality staff as well. "
United States
kristen
The price is RM759
RM835 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Coral Sea Resort

The Elandra

The Elandra
3.5 star property
South Mission Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Luxury accommodation, spectacular views, great pool area, superb food, lovely staff - great experience all around. "
Australia
Beat
The price is RM1,193
RM1,312 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
The Elandra

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Lovely location, nice rooms and staff very helpful. "
United Kingdom
Robert and Jane
The price is RM517
RM569 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Airlie Beach Hotel

Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,570 reviews)
"Beautiful view from the balcony, nice staff keeping the room clean and tidy, can’t wait to get back "
Australia
Yufeng
The price is RM1,171
RM1,171 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Whitsunday Apartments

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (779 reviews)
"Pool was great,beautiful view ,didnt want to leave"
Australia
Jo
The price is RM1,177
RM1,295 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Mirage Whitsundays

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Gorgeous property and front desk staff was wonderful."
United States
Rebecca
The price is RM599
RM659 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Crystalbrook Riley

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 RM1,130
RM1,243 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Reef View Hotel

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (574 reviews)
"Clean well equipped room. Good good at the onsite restaurant."
United States
MARGOT
The price is RM422
RM465 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Food at the restaurant was very good!"
United States
Carole
The price is RM476
RM524 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Cairns Harbourside 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, (1,014 reviews)
"Great location!!"
Canada
Lorna
The price is RM508
RM559 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Ardo

Ardo
4.0 star property
Townsville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (323 reviews)
"Lovely accommodation with fantastic staff"
Australia
Toni
The price is RM779
RM856 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Ardo

Empire Apartment Hotel

Empire Apartment Hotel
4.5 star property
Rockhampton City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (850 reviews)
"A fabulous place to stay ❤️❤️❤️"
Australia
Susan
The price is RM687
RM687 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Empire Apartment Hotel

Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.5 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"The room was amazing, & the staff was brilliant and lovely I would recommend coming and staying, the location is right in town close by to everything would definitely come back "
Australia
Charla
The price is RM502
RM553 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were a great help in our needs working with Expedia. Super location "
Canada
Gary
The price is RM457
RM503 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Village National the Isaac

Village National the Isaac
3.0 star property
Moranbah
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"It was a seamless stay.....including a last minute booking for a second night after floods restricted my exit"
Australia
Shane
The price is RM566
RM747 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Village National the Isaac

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
5.0 star property
Trinity Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,397 reviews)
"Large 3 bedroom apartment witb Ocean views. Fabulous location, fabulous stay. Would definitely go back."
Australia
Christina
The price is RM959
RM1,055 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
3.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (543 reviews)
"Pools were great. We did not have a beach view from our bungalow"
Canada
Mark
The price is RM1,130
RM1,243 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Palm Bungalows

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice luxury feel for a decent price! Area is very walkable & there are PLENTY of eating options near by."
United States
Kristin
The price is RM504
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Crystalbrook Flynn

Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (699 reviews)
"Great as always, amazing helpful staff and great rooms. "
Australia
Simon
The price is RM396
RM435 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Mantra Gladstone

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"a lovely hotel near the amenities."
United Kingdom
mrs m
The price is RM500
RM550 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
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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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