Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane
94 sailings between November 2026 and June 2029, from A$659 pp
- 94sailings listed
- A$659per person, from
- A$149a night, from
- 4–12nights
- 3cruise lines
Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane at a glance
We list 94 cruises to the Great Barrier Reef from Brisbane between November 2026 and June 2029, from 3 cruise lines, lasting 4 to 12 nights. Fares start at A$659 per person, and the lowest fare per night is A$149. The most common length is 4 nights, and 93 are round trips from Brisbane.
Sailings and fares updated 2 November 2026.
Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane 2026–29
Every Great Barrier Reef cruise we list, soonest first: 94 sailings between November 2026 and June 2029. Filter by season, ship or destination. Fares are per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, as listed by the cruise line on 2 November at 7:20am. Cabin types sell out and prices move between checks, so we confirm what is open and what it costs before you pay.
94 sailings
| Departs | Cruise | Cabins open | From | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 to 27 season | ||||
| Fri, 20 Nov 20267 nights | Queensland from BrisbaneQuantum of the Seas · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableOcean View, Balcony, Interior, Suite | Ocean View fromA$1,349ppA$2,698 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Royal Caribbean. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:20am. | ||||
| Sun, 6 Dec 20264 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$850ppA$1,700 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 13 Dec 20266 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | 2 of 4 cabin types leftInterior, Balcony | Interior fromA$1,198ppA$2,396 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 14 Dec 20264 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | 3 of 4 cabin types leftInterior, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$836ppA$1,672 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 11 Jan 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$876ppA$1,752 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Fri, 15 Jan 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,036ppA$2,072 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 16 Jan 20276 nights | Queensland from BrisbaneQuantum of the Seas · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,629ppA$3,257 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Royal Caribbean. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:20am. | ||||
| Sun, 17 Jan 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | 3 of 4 cabin types leftInterior, Ocean View, Balcony | Interior fromA$928ppA$1,856 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 23 Jan 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | 3 of 4 cabin types leftInterior, Ocean View, Balcony | Interior fromA$706ppA$1,412 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 24 Jan 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$892ppA$1,784 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Wed, 27 Jan 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$683ppA$1,366 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 31 Jan 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$986ppA$1,972 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 9 Feb 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$689ppA$1,378 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Fri, 19 Feb 20277 nights | Queensland from BrisbaneQuantum of the Seas · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,349ppA$2,698 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Royal Caribbean. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:20am. | ||||
| Tue, 23 Feb 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$684ppA$1,368 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 28 Feb 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$674ppA$1,348 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 1 Mar 20277 nights | Queensland with Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneGrand Princess · Round trip from BrisbaneTownsville, Cairns, Willis Island, Airlie Beach | 4 of 5 cabin types leftInterior, Oceanview, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,221ppA$2,442 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Princess Cruises. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Princess Plus, with drinks and Wi-Fi: from A$1,774 pp (Interior) Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:20am. | ||||
| Fri, 5 Mar 20277 nights | Queensland from BrisbaneQuantum of the Seas · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,579ppA$3,157 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Royal Caribbean. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:20am. | ||||
| Mon, 8 Mar 20278 nights | Queensland with Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneGrand Princess · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Townsville, Port Douglas, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Oceanview, Mini-Suite, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,672ppA$3,344 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Princess Cruises. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Princess Plus, with drinks and Wi-Fi: from A$2,304 pp (Interior) Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:20am. | ||||
| Mon, 8 Mar 202712 nights | Queensland with Great Barrier Reef, Brisbane to SydneyGrand Princess · One way, Brisbane to SydneyAirlie Beach, Townsville, Port Douglas, Cairns, Willis Island, Newcastle | 4 of 5 cabin types leftInterior, Oceanview, Balcony, Mini-Suite | Interior fromA$2,571ppA$5,142 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Princess Cruises. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Princess Plus, with drinks and Wi-Fi: from A$3,519 pp (Interior) Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:20am. | ||||
| Tue, 9 Mar 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$659ppA$1,318 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 14 Mar 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$958ppA$1,916 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 21 Mar 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$679ppA$1,358 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 23 Mar 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$719ppA$1,438 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Thu, 25 Mar 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | 3 of 4 cabin types leftInterior, Ocean View, Balcony | Interior fromA$885ppA$1,770 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 6 Apr 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | 3 of 4 cabin types leftInterior, Ocean View, Balcony | Interior fromA$1,032ppA$2,064 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 12 Apr 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$714ppA$1,428 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Thu, 29 Apr 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$735ppA$1,470 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 3 May 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$705ppA$1,410 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 30 May 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$974ppA$1,948 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 21 June 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$728ppA$1,456 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| 2027 to 28 season | ||||
| Sat, 3 July 20277 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | Only Interior cabins leftInterior | Interior fromA$1,320ppA$2,640 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 13 July 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$751ppA$1,502 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 8 Aug 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$999ppA$1,998 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 14 Aug 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$715ppA$1,430 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 31 Aug 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$706ppA$1,412 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 4 Sept 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | 3 of 4 cabin types leftInterior, Ocean View, Balcony | Interior fromA$979ppA$1,958 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 13 Sept 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$711ppA$1,422 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 25 Sept 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,161ppA$2,322 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 12 Oct 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$715ppA$1,430 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 24 Oct 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$993ppA$1,986 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 2 Nov 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 14 Nov 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 16 Nov 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$737ppA$1,474 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Fri, 19 Nov 20276 nights | Queensland from BrisbaneVoyager of the Seas · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,478ppA$2,956 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Royal Caribbean. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:20am. | ||||
| Sun, 21 Nov 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$963ppA$1,926 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 29 Nov 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$727ppA$1,454 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 4 Dec 20276 nights | Queensland from BrisbaneOvation of the Seas · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,169ppA$2,338 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Royal Caribbean. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:20am. | ||||
| Sun, 5 Dec 20274 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$705ppA$1,410 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 11 Dec 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,041ppA$2,082 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 12 Dec 20276 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,003ppA$2,006 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Thu, 16 Dec 20277 nights | Queensland with Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneGrand Princess · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Oceanview, Balcony, Mini-Suite, Suite | Interior fromA$1,520ppA$3,040 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Princess Cruises. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Princess Plus, with drinks and Wi-Fi: from A$2,073 pp (Interior) Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:20am. | ||||
| Sat, 8 Jan 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$780ppA$1,560 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 9 Jan 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,071ppA$2,142 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Wed, 12 Jan 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$780ppA$1,560 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 16 Jan 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,013ppA$2,026 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 23 Jan 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$717ppA$1,434 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 25 Jan 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 30 Jan 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$951ppA$1,902 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 6 Feb 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$953ppA$1,906 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 13 Feb 20287 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Port Douglas, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,200ppA$2,400 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 15 Feb 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Sun, 27 Feb 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$953ppA$1,906 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Sun, 5 Mar 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$712ppA$1,424 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Tue, 7 Mar 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Thu, 9 Mar 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Luminosa · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$731ppA$1,462 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 19 Mar 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$953ppA$1,906 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Tue, 28 Mar 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Sun, 9 Apr 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,008ppA$2,016 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 1 May 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Sun, 28 May 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 4 June 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$953ppA$1,906 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 10 June 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
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| Sun, 2 July 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,028ppA$2,056 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Mon, 24 July 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 19 Aug 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$953ppA$1,906 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Fri, 25 Aug 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$699ppA$1,398 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Mon, 11 Sept 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Sat, 23 Sept 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$1,033ppA$2,066 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Tue, 10 Oct 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 22 Oct 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$953ppA$1,906 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 31 Oct 20284 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$700ppA$1,400 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 19 Nov 20286 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneWillis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$953ppA$1,906 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Wed, 17 Jan 20294 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$785ppA$1,570 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Tue, 30 Jan 20294 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$705ppA$1,410 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Sun, 11 Feb 20296 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$963ppA$1,926 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Tue, 20 Feb 20294 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$705ppA$1,410 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Sun, 25 Mar 20296 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$963ppA$1,926 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Tue, 3 Apr 20294 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$785ppA$1,570 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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| Sun, 15 Apr 20296 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$963ppA$1,926 for 2 | |
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| Mon, 7 May 20294 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$705ppA$1,410 for 2 | |
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| Sun, 3 June 20294 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$705ppA$1,410 for 2 | |
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| Sun, 10 June 20296 nights | Great Barrier Reef from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$963ppA$1,926 for 2 | |
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| Sat, 16 June 20294 nights | Airlie Beach from BrisbaneCarnival Encounter · Round trip from BrisbaneAirlie Beach | All cabin types availableInterior, Ocean View, Balcony, Suite | Interior fromA$704ppA$1,408 for 2 | |
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Times are local, as published by Carnival Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
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Call a Cruise Expert · 1300 214 840 Enquire TodayWhat is a Great Barrier Reef cruise from Brisbane like?
The Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane we list run 4 to 12 nights. The most common length is 4 nights, and 93 are round trips from Brisbane. The others sail one way, to Sydney. A typical sailing spends 2 days at sea.
Sailings come from 3 cruise lines, most often Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean and Princess Cruises, and the lowest fare per night is A$149. You board in Brisbane, so no flights are needed to start your cruise.
Which ports does a Great Barrier Reef cruise from Brisbane visit?
The ports called at most often are Airlie Beach (94 sailings), Cairns (46 sailings), Willis Island (44 sailings), Townsville (3 sailings), Port Douglas (3 sailings), Newcastle (1 sailing) and Sydney (1 sailing).
More about Great Barrier Reef and Brisbane
Our Great Barrier Reef cruises page covers every Great Barrier Reef sailing we list from any port, with what to know before you go. Cruises from Brisbane has every sailing from Brisbane and the terminal details.
How much does a Great Barrier Reef cruise from Brisbane cost?
Worked out from the 94 sailings with open cabins we list today: the lowest and the typical (median) starting fare per person, twin share, taxes included.
| Length | Sailings | From | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short breaks (2 to 5 nights) | 50 | A$659 | A$705 |
| About a week (6 to 9 nights) | 43 | A$892 | A$1,003 |
| 10 to 14 nights | 1 | A$2,571 | A$2,571 |
| Style | Typical fare a night | Lines |
|---|---|---|
| Contemporary | A$175 | Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line |
| Premium | A$209 | Princess Cruises |
When is the best time to cruise the Great Barrier Reef from Brisbane?
The Great Barrier Reef is warm enough to visit all year. June to October is the driest and least humid time, and it falls outside the marine stinger season, which runs from November to May. Humpback whales are on the reef from May to September, and the coral spawns after the full moons of October to December.
| Months | What to expect |
|---|---|
| June to August | Winter: dry, less humid days averaging 17.5 to 26°C in Cairns, and humpback whales on the reef. |
| September to October | The end of the dry season. Warm days, the last of the whales in September, and the first coral spawning after the October full moon on some reefs. |
| November to December | The wet season builds and the marine stinger season starts. Coral spawning continues after the November and December full moons. |
| January to May | Hot and wet, with most of Cairns' rain falling in summer and the cyclone season running to 30 April. The rain eases from April, but stingers stay until May. |
Our Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane by month of departure: Jan 17 · Feb 10 · Mar 15 · Apr 6 · May 5 · Jun 6 · Jul 4 · Aug 5 · Sep 5 · Oct 5 · Nov 8 · Dec 8.
Which ports will I visit?
8 ports appear on the Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane we list. Solid pins are where sailings begin.
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Airlie Beach
The jumping-off point for the Whitsundays. Most people take a boat out to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet for the swirl of white sand and blue water; the ship anchors and tenders you in.

Cairns
The gateway to the Great Barrier Reef: a day trip out to the outer reef or Green Island, the Skyrail cableway over the rainforest to Kuranda, or the Esplanade lagoon in town.

Willis Island
A tiny sand cay far out in the Coral Sea, home to a weather station and huge seabird colonies. Seen from the deck as the ship cruises by: there is no landing.

Townsville
North Queensland’s biggest city, under Castle Hill: the Strand foreshore, the Reef HQ aquarium and the ferry to Magnetic Island and its koalas.

Port Douglas
A relaxed resort town with Four Mile Beach on its doorstep and the Daintree Rainforest an hour north. Outer reef trips to the Agincourt and Low Isles leave from the marina. The ship anchors and tenders you in.

Newcastle
A harbour city two hours north of Sydney, with ocean baths, the Anzac Memorial Walk above the beaches, and the Hunter Valley vineyards inland.
Which cruise lines and ships sail to Great Barrier Reef from Brisbane?
- Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Encounter, Carnival Luminosa 84 sailings from A$659 pp
- Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas, Voyager of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas 6 sailings from A$1,169 pp
- Princess Cruises Grand Princess 4 sailings from A$1,221 pp
Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane, answered
How much does a Great Barrier Reef cruise from Brisbane cost?
Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane start at A$659 per person, twin share, for the 4 night Airlie Beach from Brisbane on Carnival Encounter, departing 9 March 2027. A typical about a week cruise is about A$1,003 per person. Fares include taxes and port fees.
How long is a Great Barrier Reef cruise from Brisbane?
The Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane we list run 4 to 12 nights: 50 sailings of 4 nights, 35 sailings of 6 nights, 7 sailings of 7 nights, 1 sailing of 8 nights and 1 sailing of 12 nights. The most common length is 4 nights, and 93 are round trips from Brisbane.
Which ports does a Great Barrier Reef cruise from Brisbane visit?
The ports called at most often on the Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane we list are Airlie Beach (94 sailings), Cairns (46 sailings), Willis Island (44 sailings), Townsville (3 sailings), Port Douglas (3 sailings) and Newcastle (1 sailing). Ports of call can change with the weather and the sea.
Which cruise lines sail to Great Barrier Reef from Brisbane?
Carnival Cruise Line (84), Royal Caribbean (6) and Princess Cruises (4) have Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane on sale with us, with the number of sailings we list in brackets.
When is the best time to cruise the Great Barrier Reef from Brisbane?
The Great Barrier Reef is warm enough to visit all year. June to October is the driest and least humid time, and it falls outside the marine stinger season, which runs from November to May. Humpback whales are on the reef from May to September, and the coral spawns after the full moons of October to December.
Do I need a stinger suit on the Great Barrier Reef?
Yes, from November to May. That is marine stinger season, when box jellyfish and Irukandji are found in Queensland waters from north of Bundaberg to Port Douglas and beyond. Surf Life Saving Queensland advises wearing a full-body stinger suit whenever you are in the ocean during the season.
When can I see whales on the Great Barrier Reef?
From May to September. Humpback whales come up from Antarctic waters to calve and build up strength over winter. Dwarf minke whales and humpback whales are among the most commonly sighted whales on the reef.
How do I book Great Barrier Reef cruises from Brisbane with Luxury Cruises Guide?
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Sources: Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority: reef facts, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority: whales and dolphins, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority: coral spawning 101, Surf Life Saving Queensland: marine stinger season, WorkSafe Queensland: marine stingers, Tourism Australia: Cairns weather, Queensland Government: Queen Elizabeth berths in Cairns, Carnival Australia: help and FAQs, Bureau of Meteorology: tropical cyclone climatology. Fares are published by the cruise lines and change with availability.