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Great Barrier Reef holiday itinerary ideas

Queensland, Australia

Quick answer

Base in Cairns, Port Douglas, or Airlie Beach, then join a licensed reef vessel from the local marina.

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Nearest airport

Cairns Airport (CNS) | 7 km to Cairns marina | 10-20 minutes by road

Nearest railway

Cairns Railway Station | 2 km from Reef Fleet Terminal | 5-10 minutes by road

Nearest bus stop

Cairns CBD / Reef Fleet Terminal area | Near departure pontoons | Walkable from central Cairns stays

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Route shape

Base in Cairns, Port Douglas, or Airlie Beach, then join a licensed reef vessel from the local marina.

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