Hotels near Great Barrier Reef, Kurrimine Beach

Made up of numerous coral reefs, the Outer Barrier is the perfect place for a day excursion from Cairns. A number of cruise companies will take you the 40 miles it takes to get to the two main reefs, Flynn and Milln. Out here the ocean is teeming with life, from dolphins and whitetip sharks, to chill sea turtles and colorful coral-hugging critters. Pack an underwater camera if you can!