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Rainforest Reef Retreat - Esplanade Ground-floor Apartment

Rainforest Reef Retreat - Esplanade Ground-floor Apartment
2.0 star property
Cairns North
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Lovely apartment, very comfortable and well-appointed."
United States
Jennifer
The price is NZ$768
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Rainforest Reef Retreat - Esplanade Ground-floor Apartment

Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (854 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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 NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Pearly Shell Motel

Hideaway Mission Beach Village

Hideaway Mission Beach Village
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"A great place to stay - close to the beach, pub and nice surrounds."
Australia
Lesley
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Hideaway Mission Beach Village

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly, hotel was clean and tidy we enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Vanessa
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (772 reviews)
"Great room and great resort. Good menu for lunch and dinner. Breakfast included was great"
Australia
Keith
The price is NZ$498
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Mirage Whitsundays

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff were very friendly and helpful. Location is wonderful. "
Australia
Jennifer Margaret
The price is NZ$422
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Reef View Hotel

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Helpful service, clean room and facilities.It was a lovely stay."
Australia
Costa
The price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Crystalbrook Flynn

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 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 NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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 NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Airlie Beach 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Loved every minute of our stay."
Australia
Nathan
The price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff great location "
Canada
Wayne
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,557 reviews)
"Great location, great views. Rooms slightly outdated but still great."
Australia
Tamim
The price is NZ$436
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Whitsunday Apartments

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Karen
The price is NZ$331
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Coral Sea Resort

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean room and great amenities. Especially the free coffee machine!"
United Kingdom
Tom
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

By The Sea Port Douglas

By The Sea Port Douglas
4.0 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (712 reviews)
"By The Sea Port Douglas is a very friendly and excellent place to stay in Port Douglas. It’s location, right off 4 Mile Beach is very unique, and the staff, rooms and ambiance of the hotel made our stay there very enjoyable."
United States
Timothy
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
By The Sea Port Douglas

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 NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 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 NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Crystalbrook Bailey

Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel
4.5 star property
South Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,573 reviews)
"As always great stay. Clean room. Great staff."
Australia
Brett
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Oaks Townsville Hotel

Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
Whitsundays
7.8 out of 10, Good, (913 reviews)
"Second time visiting and we love it!"
Australia
Elana
The price is NZ$281
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Daydream Island Resort
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Explore this natural paradise home to spectacular marine life when you venture out into the balmy waters off the coast of Cairns.

Great Barrier Reef showing scuba diving, marine life and coral
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Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

  • Stunning Marine Life: Experience the vibrant underwater world, home to diverse species of fish, coral, and other marine creatures.
  • Adventure Activities: Engage in thrilling activities like snorkelling, scuba diving, and reef tours, perfect for all ages.
  • Breathtaking Views: Enjoy stunning vistas from boat tours or scenic flights over the iconic reef.
  • Eco-friendly Experiences: Participate in sustainable tourism and learn about conservation efforts to protect this natural wonder.
  • Cultural Encounters: Explore local markets and engage with Indigenous culture and traditions in the nearby communities.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef offers an array of outdoor and eco-friendly activities perfect for families. You can enjoy day trips, boat tours, and unique holiday experiences, alongside nature adventures and thrilling marine activities. Don't miss the recreational areas, public markets, and shopping spots nearby, all contributing to an unforgettable adventure in this stunning natural wonder.

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

Booking tips and Expedia advantages for Great Barrier Reef

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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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