There is no need to rush and travel to the Great Barrier Reef during one particular month. You’re lucky anytime from May to October is the best time to visit the Great Barrier Reef.

There isn’t a lot of rain during these months, meaning the water is undisturbed which makes seeing underwater really easy. The water temperatures are also nice, so when you’re going snorkelling or diving, it’s enjoyable to swim in.

Booking a tour is one of the best ways you can see the Great Barrier Reef. On the tours, you can go snorkelling, diving, going on a glass bottom boat, and many more! Below are some fantastic tour options you can book to get the best experience while visiting the reef.

See the reef on a budget

For a budget friendly option, the Ocean Free Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour gives you the chance to explore the reef at Green Island. On the tour, you’ll be snorkelling at some beautiful locations and see colourful coral and a range of marine life like fish, turtles or reef sharks.

There will be wetsuits and equipment provided on the day and a brief introductory lesson on how to snorkel. There will be lunch, morning and afternoon tea.

See the underwater world

Explore the Great Barrier Reef further and go scuba diving on this reef day trip! You’ll swim at two reefs and see a range of marine life. You will travel on a vessel which is where you’ll have a BBQ lunch and some cheese, biscuits, and a fruit platter.

There will be an introductory lesson on how to scuba dive so you can learn the basics before going off on your own. There is also a chance to snorkel instead of diving. You will have access to all equipment on the day.

See the reef in style

Spend the day seeing the reef in style and go on a glass bottom boat, snorkelling, and scuba diving! On this ultimate day tour, you’ll go to two different locations where you can see the beauty of the reef. Provided on the day will be equipment and introductory lessons for snorkelling and scuba diving.

On the way to the first reef, you’ll go on a glass bottom boat before getting the chance to go snorkelling at the reef. When you’re heading off to the second location, you’ll have a delicious smorgasbord lunch. When you’re at the next reef you will have the option to either snorkel or dive.

Visiting the Great Barrier Reef between May to October is prime time. You can expect more people around the school holidays from June to July and two weeks in September.