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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, (860 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
$91 nightly
The price is $101
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.5 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Lovely motel, convenient location and nice friendly staff. Good parking. No hanging space for clothes was the only issue for us. "
Australia
Sharon
$128 nightly
The price is $141
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
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
$92 nightly
The price is $102
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Total with taxes and fees
Pearly Shell Motel

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely decent folk "
Australia
mark
$116 nightly
The price is $127
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (777 reviews)
"Pool was great,beautiful view ,didnt want to leave"
Australia
Jo
$235 nightly
The price is $259
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Mirage Whitsundays

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Good room, had everytimg we wanted and with a hreat sea view."
Australia
Bob
$98 nightly
The price is $108
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Aquarius on the Beach

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff, very clean rooms Lovely hospitality staff as well. "
United States
kristen
$183 nightly
The price is $203
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
Coral Sea Resort

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect room perfect location"
Australia
Sarah
$113 nightly
The price is $125
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Airlie Beach Hotel

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were amazing! So kind. The resort was beautiful as well. "
United States
Violet
$113 nightly
The price is $125
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Total with taxes and fees
Crystalbrook Flynn

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
$141 nightly
The price is $141
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Oaks Townsville 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Great experience staying at Shanghai-la The Marina. Friendly staff, comfortable room, excellent breakfast. "
United States
David
$130 nightly
The price is $143
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel, clean comfortable room, great breakfast"
Canada
John
$246 nightly
The price is $272
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Reef View Hotel

Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,566 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
$282 nightly
The price is $282
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
Whitsunday Apartments

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Food at the restaurant was very good!"
United States
Carole
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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
$119 nightly
The price is $131
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"a lovely hotel near the amenities."
United Kingdom
mrs m
$114 nightly
The price is $125
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Total with taxes and fees
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (223 reviews)
"This was perfect for an overnight business stay. Spacious and well-appointed room, no hassles with a late check in and check out simple."
Australia
Tony
$98 nightly
The price is $109
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Seahaven Resort

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
5.0 star property
Port Douglas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Had a great meal and drinks at the swim at bar. "
United States
Nicole
$237 nightly
The price is $261
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Total with taxes and fees
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing hotel. Great rooms, extremely nice and helpful staff, amazing location and decent breakfast. "
United Kingdom
Florian
$112 nightly
The price is $123
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Crystalbrook Bailey

Belmoral Corporate Suites

Belmoral Corporate Suites
5.0 star property
South Townsville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"Great bang for buck with clean rooms and easy access to the City "
Australia
kyle
$108 nightly
The price is $120
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Belmoral Corporate Suites
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The largest coral reef in the world lies just off the coast of Cairns and offers thousands of kilometers of coral, marine life and untouched white sand beaches.

Great Barrier Reef featuring diving, marine life and colorful reefs
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Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

  • Stunning Snorkeling and Diving: Experience the vibrant underwater life with world-class snorkeling and diving opportunities.
  • Nature Tours: Discover the breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems through guided nature tours.
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Enjoy a variety of activities suitable for all ages, making it perfect for family vacations.
  • Local Markets and Shopping: Explore nearby recreational areas, public markets, and shopping spots for unique souvenirs.
  • Eco-Conscious Tourism: Engage in sustainable travel practices while appreciating one of the world's natural wonders.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef offers an unforgettable outdoor vacation experience perfect for families and eco-conscious travelers. Popular activities include reef trips, day snorkeling, nature tours, and various day trips that showcase the stunning natural beauty of the area. Visitors can also explore recreational areas, public markets, and shopping spots nearby, ensuring a well-rounded adventure while enjoying this incredible 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.

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