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Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Melinda
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Airlie Beach Hotel

Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
Whitsundays
7.8 out of 10, Good, (942 reviews)
"We loved our stay, beautiful, relaxing and fun"
Australia
Debra
The price is NZ$407
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Daydream Island Resort

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (594 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Well kept rooms."
Australia
Nicole
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
ibis Mackay

The Elandra

The Elandra
3.5 star property
South Mission Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"An elegant and wonderful experience in such a unique setting. Service, food hospitality and menu all excellent."
United States
Mark
The price is NZ$604
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
The Elandra

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Loved the view and the room! Pool was lovely and the staff were too."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is NZ$385
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Coral Sea Resort

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (802 reviews)
"Breakfast was decent and convenient."
United States
Shawn
The price is NZ$648
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Mirage Whitsundays

The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns North
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Must be under renovation but not at all in good condition."
Australia
David
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
The Oceanfront Cairns

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 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 NZ$581
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Reef View Hotel

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Whitsunday Sands Resort
4.0 star property
Bowen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (789 reviews)
"Beautiful location with amazing views, we wish we had booked in for more nights...will definetely be going back for a longer stay"
Australia
ROYSTON
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Whitsunday Sands Resort

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (598 reviews)
"Great place, clean"
Australia
Malgorzata
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Mantra Club Croc

Mantra Club Croc
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (777 reviews)
"Best hotel best location"
Australia
Dhruv
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Mantra Club Croc

Rainforest Motel

Rainforest Motel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Very clean Very neat staff Very helpful nice clean rooms 👌"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Rainforest Motel

The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective
4.0 star property
South Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (846 reviews)
"easy check in and out, helpful staff, great parking and clean room. Location is perfect to get to the stadium"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Palmer Collective

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"
Australia
jodie
The price is NZ$326
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (247 reviews)
"Very nice quiet stay, comfortable bedding, pool area relaxing atmosphere peaceful. "
Australia
Corey
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Seahaven Resort

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (471 reviews)
"Beautiful property, couldn't fault anything"
Australia
Ann
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Quest Mackay on Gordon

Metro Motel Rockhampton

Metro Motel Rockhampton
3.5 star property
Rockhampton City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (449 reviews)
"Nice staff, clean room. Hard to get any sleep in room close to the main road. Noisy trucks all night."
Australia
Christopher
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
Metro Motel Rockhampton

The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"The pool was lovely, and the breakfast was delicious. "
Australia
John
The price is NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 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 NZ$390
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Sovereign Resort Hotel

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,012 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
Australia
Diarmid
The price is NZ$384
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Crystalbrook Flynn
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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.

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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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