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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 P7,665
P8,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Airlie Beach Hotel

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 P8,903
P9,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Daydream Island Resort

Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.5 star property
Yeppoon
The price is P7,373
P8,110 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
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 P9,336
P10,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Ardo

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Spanish Lace Motor Inn
2.0 star property
Rosslea
The price is P6,043
P6,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff great location "
Canada
Wayne
The price is P5,867
P6,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (567 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 P6,257
P6,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Quality Resort Parkhurst

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 P5,535
P6,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Mantra Gladstone

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 P5,479
P6,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Seahaven Resort

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 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 P5,209
P5,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Aquarius on the Beach

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 P5,596
P6,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
ibis Mackay

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (453 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay at quest. Great service and the amenities are always great. "
Australia
Melanie
The price is P6,642
P7,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Quest Mackay on Gordon

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 P4,446
P4,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
1 Showgrounds Road Horse Creek QLD 4714

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 P5,418
P5,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 21 - Feb 22
Pearly Shell Motel

Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Monte Carlo Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (247 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the reception staff were great. Always like staying at this place as it is in a goid spot and not to far from anything."
Australia
Leanne
The price is P5,928
P6,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff friendly "
Australia
George
The price is P4,540
P4,994 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Was good facility to stay at"
Australia
Ross
The price is P6,363
P6,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Pullman Cairns International

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 P6,329
P6,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Sovereign Resort Hotel

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Karen
The price is P11,235
P12,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Coral Sea Resort

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (955 reviews)
"Room was spacious but normal side of the road motel furniture and bathroom"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is P5,401
P5,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Coral Cay 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.

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Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

  • Stunning Marine Life: Experience the vibrant underwater ecosystem, home to diverse species of fish, coral, and other marine creatures.
  • Snorkelling and Diving: Engage in exhilarating snorkelling and diving adventures to explore the breathtaking coral reefs up close.
  • Nature Tours: Enjoy guided nature tours that highlight the unique flora and fauna of the region.
  • Scenic Day Trips: Take day trips to various islands and cays for picturesque views and relaxation.
  • Eco-Friendly Activities: Participate in eco-friendly experiences that promote conservation and appreciation of the reef.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is perfect for outdoor, eco-friendly family holidays, offering a range of activities such as shopping, recreational areas, and theatres. Key experiences include reef trips, nature tours, day snorkelling, and other nature-based adventures. Immerse yourself in the stunning marine life and breathtaking landscapes while enjoying a memorable day out.

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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