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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 AED 1,098
AED 1,213 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
The Elandra

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (803 reviews)
"Great spacious rooms in a lovely location an easy walk from town, would happily stay again"
Australia
Rachel
The price is AED 1,221
AED 1,344 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Mirage Whitsundays

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 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 AED 972
AED 1,076 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Reef View Hotel

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Loved the view and the room! Pool was lovely and the staff were too."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is AED 780
AED 864 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Coral Sea Resort

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Melinda
The price is AED 400
AED 443 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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)
"Great location! within easy access to the esplanade, the night market and the city centre."
United States
Aydel
The price is AED 778
AED 856 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Good location. Nice rooms. Nice staff. No complaints"
Australia
Janice Ann
The price is AED 1,149
AED 1,264 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Crystalbrook Riley

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (601 reviews)
"Great place, clean"
Australia
Malgorzata
The price is AED 395
AED 434 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,010 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"
Australia
jodie
The price is AED 552
AED 610 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (882 reviews)
The price is AED 625
AED 687 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,060 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Erasmo
The price is AED 625
AED 688 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Village National the Isaac

Village National the Isaac
3.0 star property
Moranbah
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Everyone was very welcoming we felt very comfortable"
Australia
Breanna
The price is AED 575
AED 747 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Village National the Isaac

Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
3.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (566 reviews)
"Nice and handy location to the beach bars and restaurants.Bungalow was comfortable and we had fresh towels etc each day."
Australia
Julie
The price is AED 1,055
AED 1,162 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Palm Bungalows

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Whitsunday Sands Resort
4.0 star property
Bowen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (790 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 AED 420
AED 462 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Whitsunday Sands Resort

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 AED 760
AED 840 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Sovereign Resort Hotel

Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (712 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and accommodating. The rooms and facilities were fantastic. Happy to stay here again."
Australia
Peter
The price is AED 376
AED 414 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Mantra Gladstone

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,014 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
Australia
Diarmid
The price is AED 801
AED 881 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Crystalbrook Flynn

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 AED 673
AED 740 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 AED 308
AED 339 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
ibis Mackay

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, clean and spacious room with a great view overlooking the Lagoon and Esplanade"
Australia
Janine
The price is AED 789
AED 789 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Mantra Esplanade
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Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

  • Stunning Marine Life: Explore the vibrant underwater ecosystem, home to thousands of species of fish, coral, and marine animals.
  • Snorkeling and Diving: Experience unforgettable snorkeling and diving adventures, allowing you to get up close with the reef's breathtaking beauty.
  • Eco-Friendly Tours: Participate in nature tours that emphasize conservation and the importance of protecting this UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Scenic Day Trips: Enjoy day trips that showcase the stunning natural beauty and diverse landscapes of the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Engage in various outdoor activities suitable for all ages, making it perfect for eco-friendly family vacations.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is perfect for eco-friendly family vacations, offering a variety of outdoor activities. Popular attractions include shopping areas, recreational spots, and theaters. Essential experiences to consider are reef trips, nature tours, day snorkeling adventures, and day trips that let you explore the stunning natural beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

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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