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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 S$161
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Airlie Beach Hotel

Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.5 star property
Yeppoon
The price is S$179
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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 S$219
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Ardo

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff great location "
Canada
Wayne
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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 S$136
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
ibis Mackay

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (568 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 S$151
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (454 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay at quest. Great service and the amenities are always great. "
Australia
Melanie
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Quest Mackay on Gordon

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Spanish Lace Motor Inn
2.0 star property
Rosslea
The price is S$139
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 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 S$126
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Aquarius on the Beach

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 S$134
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Mantra Gladstone

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 S$216
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Daydream Island Resort

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 S$143
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Sovereign Resort Hotel

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (218 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Paul
The price is S$115
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Seahaven Resort

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 S$131
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Pearly Shell Motel

Empire Apartment Hotel

Empire Apartment Hotel
4.5 star property
Rockhampton City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (842 reviews)
"A fabulous place to stay ❤️❤️❤️"
Australia
Susan
The price is S$202
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Empire Apartment Hotel

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice rooms pool was great "
Australia
Paul
The price is S$217
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Crystalbrook Riley

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location in a quite area, but still very close to the lagoon and various dining areas."
Australia
Dean
The price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Belmoral Corporate Suites

Belmoral Corporate Suites
5.0 star property
South Townsville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (209 reviews)
"Clean room, easy check in, they held baggage after checkout, helpful staff "
Australia
Niamh
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Belmoral Corporate Suites

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff friendly "
Australia
George
The price is S$116
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective
4.0 star property
South Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (811 reviews)
"Great location, staff were very friendly, and the freshly baked biscuits were a pleasant surprise."
Australia
Sharon
The price is S$167
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
The Palmer Collective
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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 featuring marine life, coral and scuba diving
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Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

  • Stunning Underwater Experiences: The Great Barrier Reef offers exceptional opportunities for snorkelling and diving, allowing visitors to explore vibrant marine life and coral formations.
  • Eco-Friendly Activities: The region is perfect for outdoor adventures, including eco-tours that promote conservation and appreciation of nature.
  • Beautiful Beaches: Relax on pristine beaches with soft sands and crystal-clear waters, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Local Markets and Shopping: Discover public markets and shopping districts that showcase local crafts and produce.
  • Family-Friendly Attractions: The Great Barrier Reef is well-suited for family vacations, offering activities that cater to all ages.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is perfect for outdoor and eco-friendly family vacations, offering a plethora of activities to enjoy. Visitors can engage in underwater experiences, explore renowned diving and swimming locations, and discover the natural beauty of Australia. Additionally, there are recreational areas, public markets, and shopping districts nearby, ensuring a well-rounded experience for all adventurers.

*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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