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Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"the hotel was good but during the night time, we would hear car/bike or people talking from other rooms/balcony."
Japan
sachi
The price is AED 207
AED 228 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Palm Royale Cairns

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (583 reviews)
"Very clean room, courteous staff and great amenities. Will definitely stay there again if we’re near there. "
Australia
Gayle
The price is AED 425
AED 468 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place, will definitely come back. Couldn't fault it in any way."
Australia
Luke Eliott
The price is AED 358
AED 394 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (321 reviews)
"Clean but noisy guests during the night."
Australia
Samantha
The price is AED 218
AED 241 total
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Country Plaza Motor Inn

Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"An excellent place to stop after a long journey. Friendly staff, lovely room, comfy bed and convenient location. "
Australia
Richard
The price is AED 298
AED 332 total
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Mackay Resort Motel

Mission Reef Resort

Mission Reef Resort
4.0 star property
Wongaling Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (711 reviews)
"We only stayed overnight but the room was huge and had all the amenities you could need if you were staying longer . "
Australia
Karen
The price is AED 318
AED 352 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Mission Reef Resort

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
3.5 star property
Woree
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (780 reviews)
"- Many activities for kids - Able to enjoy the facilities before check-in - car parking is right next to the cabin We had so much fun and will definitely go again!"
Hong Kong SAR China
Wing In
The price is AED 301
AED 333 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (238 reviews)
"Very nice quiet stay, comfortable bedding, pool area relaxing atmosphere peaceful. "
Australia
Corey
The price is AED 353
AED 394 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Seahaven Resort

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (585 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great location nice breakfast!"
Australia
Pia
The price is AED 367
AED 404 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
ibis Mackay

Malanda Falls Retreat

Malanda Falls Retreat
2.0 star property
Upper Barron
The price is AED 728
AED 728 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Malanda Falls Retreat

Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.0 out of 10, Good, (535 reviews)
"Comfortable room,helpful staff "
Australia
Mark Andrew
The price is AED 224
AED 246 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Hotel Tropiq

Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (736 reviews)
"Staff was great. Hostel is so convenient we honestly loved it."
United States
Savannah
The price is AED 239
AED 265 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Magnums Airlie Beach

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (985 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
Australia
Dave
The price is AED 334
AED 370 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Heritage Cairns

Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel

Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
Gladstone Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (270 reviews)
"This was just an overnight stay to catch the morning ferry to Heron Island. We were pleasantly surprised with the hotel and the food in the restaurant was quite good. All and all, a good, quiet night and close enough to walk to the ferry terminal/marina in the AM."
United States
Nancy
The price is AED 333
AED 368 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
North Ward
The price is AED 421
AED 463 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Coffee room was amazing."
United States
Brent
The price is AED 364
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Harbour Sails Motor Inn

Harbour Sails Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gladstone Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (610 reviews)
"Aloha, Accommodating and helpful "
United States
Robert
The price is AED 327
AED 361 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Harbour Sails Motor Inn

Atherton Tourist Park

Atherton Tourist Park
1.0 star property
Atherton
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3 reviews)
"Staff is friendly and rooms were nice and clean. Location is also perfect for visiting surrounding places. We enjoyed our time at the property"
Australia
asad
The price is AED 346
AED 382 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Atherton Tourist Park

Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (549 reviews)
"Everything supplied in the room was excellent. Very spacious and clean. Staff were very helpful. Will stay again. Good location. "
Australia
Erica
The price is AED 273
AED 302 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Cairns City Palms

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean rooms, very friendly staff, and close to the airport."
United States
Angela
The price is AED 394
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
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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.

*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