Title: Great Barrier Reef Vacation Packages 2026 from $189 | Expedia.com [Great Barrier Reef Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Great-Barrier-Reef.dx6061129)[Hotels in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Great-Barrier-Reef-Hotels.d6061129.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Great-Barrier-Reef-Vacation-Rentals.d6061129.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Car-Rental-Guide) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061129/ab4d2ac1-badb-4946-beac-2ab9b841fa87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Great Barrier Reef Vacations from $189 ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings Photo by Tourism and Events Queensland - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to $1,045 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Plan, book, and manage your trip all in one place ## The Latest Great Barrier Reef vacation packages Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Harrah’s Las Vegas – A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41400/41307/2999f9b8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Harrah’s Las Vegas – A Caesars Rewards Destination Las Vegas Strip Save 100% on your flight $189 per person May 12 - May 15 found 2 days ago Roundtrip flight included Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Las Vegas (LAS) 8/10 Very Good! (14,677 reviews) Front desk is rude if you need any help. Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026 ![Casablanca Miami Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31660000/31652200/31652150/f54c02bb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Casablanca Miami Beach North Beach $2,751 per person May 21 - May 26 found 9 hours ago Roundtrip flight included New York (JFK) to Miami (MIA) 5.8/10 (320 reviews) Room was clean and great location beside the beach. Room had kitchette and big fridge, microwave etc. so was great. It was dated and internet didn't work in our room but worked well in the lobby. Great value for money :) happy with it. Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 ![Creekside Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1580000/1576800/1576773/4743fa46_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Creekside Inn $512 per person Apr 19 - Apr 23 found 1 day ago Roundtrip flight included Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Miami (MIA) 7.8/10 Good! (1,013 reviews) Great pool. Great staff Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 ![Virgin Hotel Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/198300/198225/28c91c07_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Virgin Hotel Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton $310 per person Apr 15 - Apr 18 found 1 day ago Roundtrip flight included Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Las Vegas (LAS) 8.8/10 Excellent! (7,912 reviews) Clean room. Nice modern decor. Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 ![Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60890000/60884500/60884493/93396364_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World Las Vegas Strip Save 100% on your flight $334 per person Apr 15 - Apr 18 found 1 day ago Roundtrip flight included Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Las Vegas (LAS) 8.8/10 Excellent! (6,227 reviews) It was a perfect experience..clean rooms staff were great specially the amenities ..it was nice staying there.... Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 Don't see what you're looking for? See all available trips from Columbus to Great Barrier Reef [View all trips](https://expedia.com/go/package/search/FlightHotel/2026-04-07/2026-04-14/?FromAirport=Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=null&NumRoom=1&NumAdult=2&NumChild=0&paandie=true) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=PKG_SPRING_PROMO_6061129) ## Where to stay in Great Barrier Reef Find the best Great Barrier Reef areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. [Learn more about Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Great-Barrier-Reef.dx6061129) ![Palm Cove showing a beach, a garden and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177486/e8103af6-5bdb-41dd-9b23-8b45673a5ba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Palm Cove Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland. [Find hotel + flight trips in Palm Cove](https://expedia.com/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=Palm%20Cove&DestID=177486&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods) ![Cairns which includes a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340801489/716fe001-2c59-4ffe-bc83-f653f7609941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cairns Central Business District 4.5/5(264 area reviews) Come to an exciting downtown area with much to explore, from waterfront parkland to an indoor rainforest with high-ropes courses. [Find hotel + flight trips in Cairns Central Business District](https://expedia.com/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=Cairns%20Central%20Business%20District&DestID=6268031&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods) ![Trinity Beach showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/12091/18cfccf6-39c1-49ec-9bce-15a058949af1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Trinity Beach Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure. [Find hotel + flight trips in Trinity Beach](https://expedia.com/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=Trinity%20Beach&DestID=12091&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods) ![The Cairns Lagoon at sunrise in Tropical North Queensland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131529/180ef19c-8f96-4116-a1dd-83cce1df4d64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cairns North Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area. [Find hotel + flight trips in Cairns North](https://expedia.com/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=Cairns%20North&DestID=6131529&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods) ![Queens Gardens featuring forests and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/bdd2acd1-9eb3-4991-88ee-56da0400fb50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Ward North Ward is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while in the area. [Find hotel + flight trips in North Ward](https://expedia.com/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=North%20Ward&DestID=6217111&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods) ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Great Barrier Reef ![Cairns Esplanade which includes a pool, swimming and a luxury hotel or resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127785/4d6928c8-cfa7-41e9-ba62-fe6f27b138d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Esplanade Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Vacation-Attraction) ![Whitehaven Beach showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152056/23f4869a-6a0e-4537-be75-68343aa63aec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whitehaven Beach Stroll along this famous beach on Whitsunday Island to experience its dazzling white sands and gently lapping waters in different hues of blue and green. [](https://expedia.com/Whitehaven-Beach-Whitsundays.d6152056.Vacation-Attraction) ![Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061139/574cc203-78ff-4692-8a72-d7f7b2caeb98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palm Cove Beach Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure. [](https://expedia.com/Palm-Cove-Beach-Palm-Cove.d6061139.Vacation-Attraction) ## Great Barrier Reef Hotel Deals ![Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/c088688e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $143 nightly $157 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees 9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews) Very good location and the horizon lounge a must Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=16032&PinnedHotelID=16032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6061129) ![Airlie Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/b924af49_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Airlie Beach Hotel Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove Airlie Beach QLD Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $117 nightly $129 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 Total with taxes and fees 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews) The room was average - nothing special, although in a good location downtown. The views from the pictures in the booking are nothing like what we saw from our hotel room. The bed was comfortable, but we did have a bright purple light shining in from the building across that was visible even with ... Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F31%2F2026&endDate=4%2F1%2F2026&selected=2650713&PinnedHotelID=2650713&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6061129) ![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/5c3e5487_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Cairns 34 Esplanade Cairns QLD Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $125 nightly $137 total Mar 18 - Mar 19 Total with taxes and fees 9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews) Nice service Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F18%2F2026&endDate=3%2F19%2F2026&selected=1233&PinnedHotelID=1233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6061129) [See all 4,997 properties in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.Package&startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026®ionId=6061129) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Find the Best Great Barrier Reef Vacation Packages ### Things to do in Great Barrier Reef The Great Barrier Reef offers an ideal destination for outdoor, eco-friendly family vacations. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including reef tours, beach vacations, and ocean rafting. Additionally, there are shopping and recreational areas nearby, making it easy to find entertainment and relaxation. Whether you’re diving into the vibrant marine life or lounging on pleasant beaches, the Great Barrier Reef promises an unforgettable experience for everyone. \*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route. ### 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](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/03/04/calendar.png)Calendar Month** | **![temperature](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/03/04/weather__hot.png)Temperature** | **![rain](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/03/04/weather__rain.png)Precipitation** | **![mostly](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/05/21/weather__day_mostly_cloudy.png)Cloudiness** | | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | January | 79.5°F (26.4°C) | Frequent Rain | Mostly Cloudy | | February | 79.5°F (26.4°C) | Moderate Rain | Mostly Cloudy | | March | 76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny | | April | 72.3°F (22.4°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny | | May | 66.6°F (19.200000000000003°C) | No Rain | Mostly Sunny | | June | 62.6°F (17.0°C) | No Rain | Mostly Sunny | | July | 63.9°F (17.7°C) | No Rain | Mostly Sunny | | August | 63.5°F (17.5°C) | No Rain | Sunny | | September | 68.4°F (20.200000000000003°C) | No Rain | Mostly Sunny | | October | 72.5°F (22.5°C) | No Rain | Mostly Sunny | | November | 76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny | | December | 78.3°F (25.700000000000003°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny | ### Tips to save on your trip to Great Barrier Reef - Take advantage of package deals on Expedia and combine flights, hotels, or car 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