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Your Southern Great Barrier Reef Holiday
Secure a holiday package to Southern Great Barrier Reef and enjoy travel on your own terms. You'll be amazed by its nature, views and distilleries and craft breweries. Your trip to Southern Great Barrier Reef wouldn't be complete without getting to some of its leading cities, starting with Rockhampton. Two of the top attractions here include Nissan Navara Arena and Stockland Shopping Centre. Gladstone is another favourite city with Southern Great Barrier Reef travellers. Visitors to this city love Gladstone Yacht Club and Gladstone Entertainment and Convention Centre. Start packing your suitcase, because your Southern Great Barrier Reef holiday is just a few clicks away with Expedia.
The Latest Southern Great Barrier Reef Holiday Deals
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Mid City Motor Inn
Gladstone Central
AU$1,022
per person
20 Nov - 27 Nov
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Gladstone (GLT)
6.4/10 (327 reviews)
If you have more choices, don’t pick this one because it shows false advertisements, it doesn’t look like the photos in the display. The room looks old and hasn’t been touched in a while.
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Southern Great Barrier Reef
Find the best Southern Great Barrier Reef areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Southern Great Barrier Reef
Bargara
Separated from Bundaberg by lush fields of sugarcane, this tropical paradise has palm tree-lined beaches, surf breaks, a lively esplanade strip and spacious parks.
Elliott Heads
Travellers like the parks in Elliott Heads, and Elliot Heads Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Rockhampton City
While visiting Rockhampton City, you might make a stop by sights like Pilbeam Theatre and Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum.
Burnett Heads
Burnett Heads might not have many top sights, but Oaks Beach and Mon Repos Turtle Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bundaberg Central
While visiting Bundaberg Central, you might make a stop by sights like Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery and Moncrieff Theatre.
Southern Great Barrier Reef Holiday
Southern Great Barrier Reef Essential Information
Language | English |
|---|---|
Currency | Australian dollars |
Closest Airport | Rockhampton Airport (ROK) |
Top Sights | Bargara Beach, Agnes Water Beach and Mon Repos Turtle Centre |
Our pick of the best Southern Great Barrier Reef Hotel Deals
Empire Apartment Hotel
1-5 East Street Rockhampton QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$231
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (899 reviews)
"Love that it’s on the river with lovely river views . Close to restaurants and the centre of town . Beautiful walking along the river"
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026
1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort
1 Beaches Village Circuit Agnes Water QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$170
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Check in process was terrible"
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026
Bayview Tower
4 Adelaide Street Yeppoon QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$179
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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.
Stay near popular Southern Great Barrier Reef attractions
Bargara Beach
9.2/10 (349 reviews)
Explore the pretty foreshore reserve, spot turtle tracks in the sand and splash in the gentle waves at one of Bundaberg’s most popular beaches.
Photo by TM
Keppel Bay Marina
8.8/10 (320 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Rosslyn with a trip to Keppel Bay Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
1770 Marina
9.0/10 (463 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Seventeen Seventy with a trip to 1770 Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Main Beach
9.0/10 (728 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Yeppoon? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Agnes Water Beach
9.4/10 (526 reviews)
Hit the ocean swells on the most northerly surf beach on Australia’s east coast and explore seaside villages, scenic camping spots and pristine protected foreshore.
Gladstone Marina
9.0/10 (461 reviews)
Go on a relaxing cruise, have a picnic in the park or watch the boats cruise past in this modern and picturesque boat harbor in central Queensland.
Nissan Navara Arena
7.0/10 (50 reviews)
Catch an event at Nissan Navara Arena during your trip to Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Mon Repos Turtle Centre
9.0/10 (292 reviews)
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Mon Repos Turtle Centre home during your travels in Bundaberg.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Southern Great Barrier Reef holiday package cost?
Tailor make your Southern Great Barrier Reef holiday package from an affordable AU$1,011. Choose from any combination of rental cars, flights and hotels to craft the trip you've been dreaming about for ages. Be sure to add on a few experiences or tours!
How do I get a cheap travel package to Southern Great Barrier Reef?
If you love amazing deals, combine your bookings into a Southern Great Barrier Reef holiday package. Whether you're looking for flights, hotels, rental cars or activities, you can browse and book everything in one place. You'll have endless choice at your fingertips as well. Expedia has more than 550 airlines and 1 000 000 hotel options across the globe to choose from. Fly with who you want, stay anywhere you like and save a bundle — now that's the perfect escape!
What are the top hotels in Southern Great Barrier Reef?
For hotels in Agnes Water with cosy beds and friendly service, you can't go past Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel and Heron Island Resort. If you plan to visit Bundaberg as well, you can look forward to a relaxing night's sleep at Pacific Reef By Kacys or Burnett Riverside Hotel.
How far in advance should I book my Southern Great Barrier Reef holiday?
Search Expedia to compare international airfares as soon as possible. In many cases, you can purchase a seat up to a year before departure. If you don't see your preferred air carrier, or you've left things to the last moment, don't despair. The lowest prices to Southern Great Barrier Reef occasionally appear within weeks of the date of departure.
What does an Expedia Southern Great Barrier Reef travel package include?
You can choose from a combination of flights, hotels and rental cars. Once you've made your booking, you can add some tours and experiences. Want to pick your airfare class? That's easily done too. The choice is all yours when it comes to creating your ideal Southern Great Barrier Reef trip.
What should I know before booking a Southern Great Barrier Reef travel package?
Locking in all the parts of your trip together is one of the best ways to save. Bundle your car rentals, airfares and hotels into one package. But you're not restricted to hotels. Expedia features all sorts of properties, including holiday homes such as mountain cabins and serviced residences. The list is almost endless!
Can I choose my airline with a Southern Great Barrier Reef Expedia holiday package?
Expedia offers access to more than 550 partner airlines worldwide, so you certainly can. Simply pick your preferred air carrier and craft the perfect Southern Great Barrier Reef trip.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Southern Great Barrier Reef holiday package?
Because we know life can be unpredictable, the answer is yes. For more information, visit our Customer Service Portal. But generally speaking, if you've booked your package in the last 24 hours, you may be able to change or cancel it free of charge. Your airline, hotel or car rental company may charge a fee if your booking is older than that.
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