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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, (859 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Hideaway Mission Beach Village

Hideaway Mission Beach Village
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (13 reviews)
"A great place to stay - close to the beach, pub and nice surrounds."
Australia
Lesley
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Hideaway Mission Beach Village

Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.5 star property
Yeppoon
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was amazing, & the staff was brilliant and lovely I would recommend coming and staying, the location is right in town close by to everything would definitely come back "
Australia
Charla
The price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Villa La Sini Yeppoon

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$174
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Pearly Shell Motel

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 NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

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$173
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Aquarius on the Beach

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 NZ$396
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Mirage Whitsundays

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 NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Belmoral Corporate Suites

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 NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Seahaven Resort

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 NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Oaks Townsville Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great Hotel , great location "
Canada
Adrian
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Airlie Beach Hotel

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Karen
The price is NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Coral Sea Resort

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$221
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Madison Plaza Townsville

Madison Plaza Townsville
4.0 star property
Townsville
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff and lovely city centre room"
Australia
Chris
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Madison Plaza Townsville

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff were very friendly and helpful. Location is wonderful. "
Australia
Jennifer Margaret
The price is NZ$438
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Reef View Hotel

Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,561 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 NZ$445
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Whitsunday Apartments

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Helpful service, clean room and facilities.It was a lovely stay."
Australia
Costa
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Crystalbrook Flynn

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Very clean room and great amenities. Especially the free coffee machine!"
United Kingdom
Tom
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas
4.5 star property
Port Douglas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,185 reviews)
"Amazing stay! The staff were so good and location perfect for golf lovers!"
Australia
Debbie
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas
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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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