Great Barrier Reef Holidays

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Where to stay in Great Barrier Reef

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Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is an ideal destination for outdoor, eco-friendly family holidays, offering a range of activities. Visitors can enjoy sailing tours, day trips, and reef tours, as well as experience the thrill of reef diving and snorkelling excursions. Additionally, there are shopping areas, recreational spaces, and theatres nearby, ensuring a well-rounded experience for all who visit this stunning natural wonder.

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

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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Top hotels in Great Barrier Reef

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
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The price is S$224 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
S$224
9 Jun - 10 Jun
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Lovely hotel. Super friendly and helpful staff. Great, peaceful location. Good restaurants nearby.

Reviewed on 13 May, 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

5 out of 5
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
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The price is S$377 per night from 25 May to 26 May
S$377
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
We enjoyed our stay - the staff were super friendly and helpful. Great resort for Australian standards if you after somewhere to prop and stop , great pools , gym and excellent dining choices - will definitely return.

Reviewed on 7 May, 2026

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
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The price is S$152 per night from 17 May to 18 May
S$152
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
Only stayed for convenience to hospital during medical procedure. Good clean room.

Reviewed on 15 May, 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
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