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Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Super convenient location, great pizza and bar!"
Australia
Lynda
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Airlie Beach Hotel

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"For the location this hotel is excellent but looks kind of old fashion. Love the birds, the views, food needs improvement and staff friendliness."
United States
Valeria
The price is S$394
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Reef View 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location! within easy access to the esplanade, the night market and the city centre."
United States
Aydel
The price is S$270
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent place and great location."
Australia
Samir
The price is S$302
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Coral Sea Resort

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"
Australia
jodie
The price is S$213
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Pacific Hotel Cairns

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (596 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Well kept rooms."
Australia
Nicole
The price is S$125
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
ibis Mackay

The Elandra

The Elandra
3.5 star property
South Mission Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"An elegant and wonderful experience in such a unique setting. Service, food hospitality and menu all excellent."
United States
Mark
The price is S$417
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The Elandra

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (804 reviews)
"Great spacious rooms in a lovely location an easy walk from town, would happily stay again"
Australia
Rachel
The price is S$448
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Mirage Whitsundays

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,058 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Erasmo
The price is S$235
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Whitsunday Sands Resort
4.0 star property
Bowen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (791 reviews)
"Awesome, room was immaculate, had everything you would need, walk to beach with bunnies and just a brilliant place to stay! Wish we could stay longer 👍"
United Kingdom
neil
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Whitsunday Sands Resort

Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (712 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and accommodating. The rooms and facilities were fantastic. Happy to stay here again."
Australia
Peter
The price is S$63
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Mantra Gladstone

Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (882 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
The price is S$215
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (601 reviews)
"Great place, clean"
Australia
Malgorzata
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
3.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (566 reviews)
"Nice and handy location to the beach bars and restaurants.Bungalow was comfortable and we had fresh towels etc each day."
Australia
Julie
The price is S$391
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Palm Bungalows

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Overall great stay good location perfect staff"
Australia
Damien
The price is S$291
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Hilton Cairns

The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The pool was lovely, and the breakfast was delicious. "
Australia
John
The price is S$224
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
The Ville Resort - Casino

Sovereign Resort Hotel

Sovereign Resort Hotel
4.0 star property
Cooktown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Staff were excellent, rooms clean and the central location was handy."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is S$300
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Sovereign Resort Hotel

Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (754 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay fantastic staff and very clean "
Australia
Reid
The price is S$88
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Magnums Airlie Beach

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (250 reviews)
"Will stay here again. "
Australia
Mallison
The price is S$125
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Seahaven Resort

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Staff friendly and helpful, great location, clean and tidy, secure parking, quiet and would stay again. "
Australia
Cindy
The price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Heritage Cairns
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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 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.

calendar iconCalendar Monthtemperature iconTemperaturerain iconPrecipitationmostly cloudy iconCloudiness
January79.5°F (26.4°C)Frequent RainMostly Cloudy
February79.5°F (26.4°C)Moderate RainMostly Cloudy
March76.5°F (24.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
April72.3°F (22.4°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
May66.6°F (19.2°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 (20.2°C)No RainMostly Sunny
October72.5°F (22.5°C)No RainMostly Sunny
November76.5°F (24.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
December78.3°F (25.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny

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