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Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (858 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
The price is S$129
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Club Wyndham Mission Beach

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
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Pearly Shell Motel

Hideaway Mission Beach Village

Hideaway Mission Beach Village
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"A great place to stay - close to the beach, pub and nice surrounds."
Australia
Lesley
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Hideaway Mission Beach Village

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly, hotel was clean and tidy we enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Vanessa
The price is S$180
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (776 reviews)
"Very comfortable room, including laundry."
Australia
Albert
The price is S$383
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Mirage Whitsundays

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Karen
The price is S$255
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Coral Sea Resort

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 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

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great Hotel , great location "
Canada
Adrian
The price is S$167
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Airlie Beach Hotel

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Helpful service, clean room and facilities.It was a lovely stay."
Australia
Costa
The price is S$162
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Crystalbrook Flynn

Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel
4.5 star property
South Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,575 reviews)
"As always great stay. Clean room. Great staff."
Australia
Brett
The price is S$206
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Oaks Townsville Hotel

Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas
4.5 star property
Craiglie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (621 reviews)
"Clean and well communicated for the access to property"
Australia
Bharath
The price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Loved every minute of our stay."
Australia
Nathan
The price is S$191
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff were very friendly and helpful. Location is wonderful. "
Australia
Jennifer Margaret
The price is S$331
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Reef View Hotel

Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (714 reviews)
"Well located, with easy access to shops and restaurants!"
United Kingdom
Eleanor
The price is S$94
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Magnums Airlie Beach

Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,560 reviews)
"The location, overlooking Catseye Beach, was perfect for us. The beach was a short walk away, and there were nearby restaurants, buggy hire and souvenir shop. The room was clean, spacious and well-equipped. The staff were friendly and helpful. Stayed 7 night s there and would happily go back. "
Australia
David
The price is S$355
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Whitsunday Apartments

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Very clean room and great amenities. Especially the free coffee machine!"
United Kingdom
Tom
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

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$122
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Paul
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Seahaven Resort

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We had excellent stay here from location, service… especially the lay out of lobby and the room, it’s modern, clean and welcoming"
United States
Huong
The price is S$183
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Crystalbrook Bailey

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$152
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Belmoral Corporate Suites
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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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