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You can fly over it, dive beneath it – and even \u003Ca title=\"Ways to sleep on the Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/ways-to-sleep-on-the-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003Esleep on it\u003C/a\u003E – but those bucket-list moments don’t have to blow the budget.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re looking for affordable ways to meet the reef – with enough left over for happy hour – here’s how to see the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-precinct-for-you\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E on a budget, whether you’re travelling from \u003Ca title=\"Cairns\" href=\"/content/teq/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECairns\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Port Douglas\" href=\"/content/teq/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/port-douglas.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPort Douglas,\u003C/a\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Townsville\" href=\"/content/teq/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E, the \u003Ca title=\"The whitsundays\" href=\"/content/teq/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWhitsundays\u003C/a\u003E or the \u003Ca title=\"Southern Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"/content/teq/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/southern-great-barrier-reef.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESouthern Great Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAfter all, there are \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/first-time-visitor/best-things-to-do-in-queensland.html\" target=\"_self\" title=\"best things to do Queensland\"\u003Ea lot of must-do experiences\u003C/a\u003E to have while you’re here. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJump to:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#island\"\u003EAffordable island day trips\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#outerreef\"\u003EBudget outer reef tours\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#scuba\"\u003ELearn to scuba dive on the reef\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#camp\"\u003ECamp on the Great Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#private\"\u003EPrivate island stays for less\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#land\"\u003EAffordable reef encounters on dry land\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EAffordable island day trips to the reef\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_964129375":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/web-images/2021_TNQ_LowIsles_Snorkelling_KatiePurling_144527.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/web-images/2021_TNQ_LowIsles_Snorkelling_KatiePurling_144527.jpg","alt":"A woman snorkels amongst coral in the Low Isles","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/affordable-ways-to-see-the-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_964129375.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1779148426650/2021-tnq-lowisles-snorkelling-katiepurling-144527.jpeg","uuid":"c9e01dfb-7d3c-451e-a4ae-943fa682766d","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Low Isles, Port Douglas, Cairns and Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1917222583":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca id=\"island\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EThe \u003Ca title=\"Here's how you can help the Great Barrier Reef today\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/master-reef-guide-experiences\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E stretches along Queensland’s coastline and is dotted with spectacular islands that land you right in the heart of the action. If your budget doesn’t stretch to a resort stay, island day trips are an easy way to experience reef life without the luxury price tag.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EFrom Port Douglas: Low Isles\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EBe mesmerised by the colour of life at \u003Ca title=\"Low Isles\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b260b87b935fbe730e0401-low-isles\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELow Isles\u003C/a\u003E, a small coral cay surrounded by 55 acres of reef just 15 kilometres off \u003Ca title=\"Port Douglas\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/port-douglas\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPort Douglas\u003C/a\u003E. \u003Ca title=\"Reef Sprinter Half Day Snorkelling Tours\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-60456c304a96af5e1cb50804-reef-sprinter-half-day-snorkelling-tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003EReef Sprinter’s Low Isles Reef Tour\u003C/a\u003E is one of the most affordable options, with tours from $170 per person. In just 15 minutes you’ll arrive, with 90 minutes to snorkel, turtle-spot or explore via glass bottom boat. Tours depart daily, and with just 14 passengers per boat, you’ll have room to soak up the serenity.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EFrom Cairns: Green Island and Fitzroy Island\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EJump on a full-day tour to \u003Ca title=\"Green Island guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/how-to-do-green-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreen Island\u003C/a\u003E with \u003Ca title=\"Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25d937b935fbe730dc0d2-big-cat-green-island-reef-cruises\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBig Cat Reef Cruises\u003C/a\u003E from $120 per person. This coral cay boasts rainforest, white sand beaches and reef just offshore to explore during five hours of island time. Lunch is included, along with optional semi-submersible boat tours.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Fitzroy Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d517b935fbe730dba51-fitzroy-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EFitzroy Island\u003C/a\u003E is surrounded by fringing reef perfect for a DIY snorkel. The Fitzroy Flyer departs from Cairns daily and takes just 45 minutes, with return ferry fares from $99 per adult. Once there, you can snorkel straight off the beach, and throw a towel down at Nudey Beach (named one of Australia’s best beaches). For something more guided, the \u003Ca title=\"Fitzroy Island Adventures\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25e797b935fbe730dd6e2-fitzroy-island-adventures\" target=\"_self\"\u003EFitzroy Island Adventure\u003C/a\u003E half-day tour starts from $105 per adult and includes snorkelling gear and extra time exploring the island.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EFrom Townsville: Magnetic Island\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EExploring from \u003Ca title=\"Townsville \" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E? Make your way to \u003Ca title=\"Magnetic Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville/magnetic-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMaggie\u003C/a\u003E. \u003Ca title=\"SeaLink North Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-64e29a01a99997ae5d76c88e-sealink-north-queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESeaLink Queensland\u003C/a\u003E will get you there in just 20 minutes, with return ferry tickets from $44 per adult ($22 per child). Bring your own snorkel gear (or hire it on arrival) and discover the fringing reef on \u003Ca title=\"Geoffrey Bay Snorkel Trail\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/journeys/p-580700cf7707b14c5f393bc0-geoffrey-bay-snorkel-trail\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eself-guided snorkel trails\u003C/a\u003E. There are plenty of \u003Ca title=\"Townsville and Magnetic Island accommodation guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/your-townsville-and-magnetic-island-accommodation-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eaffordable accommodation\u003C/a\u003E options if you want to stay overnight.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EFrom the Capricorn Coast: Great Keppel Island\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EFurther south, Great Keppel Island is the jewel of the Capricorn Coast, near Yeppoon. Island transfers with \u003Ca title=\"Keppel Konnections\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/transport/p-56e4d5881e8126f63d92a54a-keppel-konnections\" target=\"_self\"\u003EKeppel Konnections\u003C/a\u003E (from $55) or \u003Ca title=\"Freedom Fast Cats\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b260d47b935fbe730e064c-freedom-fast-cats\" target=\"_self\"\u003EFreedom Fast Cats\u003C/a\u003E (from $60) make it an easy day trip. Once there, explore 17 pristine beaches, bushwalking trails and snorkel coral reefs just offshore. Want to linger longer? Book into the budget-friendly \u003Ca title=\"Great Keppel Island Holiday Village\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25e52d5f1565045da0fba-great-keppel-island-holiday-village\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Keppel Island Holiday Village\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EFrom The Whitsundays: White Rock and Hook Island\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EQuench your thirst for adventure – for $120 – with a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25ddd7b935fbe730dc779-salty-dog-sea-kayaking\" title=\"Salty Dog Sea Kayaking\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ehalf-day Whitsundays kayak tour\u003C/a\u003E. Whether you’re a newbie or have paddled before, there’s no better place to get on the water, especially when you’ll be kayaking over fringing coral reef, exploring tropical islands, and getting up close with marine life and birds that call these turquoise waters home. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ETravelling with friends? \u003Ca title=\"How to have the perfect Whitsundays sailing holiday\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/sailing/whitsundays-sailing-101-perfect-sailing-holiday\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBareboating\u003C/a\u003E through the Whitsundays can be more affordable than staying at a resort - and you don’t need a boat licence.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EPrefer to sit back and relax? \u003Ca title=\"Wings Sailing Charters Whitsundays\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b261802cbcbe7073adbbfb-wings-sailing-charters-whitsundays\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWings Sailing Charters\u003C/a\u003E offers full-day reef adventures for $230, including snorkelling stops and sailing through some of the world’s most iconic waters.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"outerreef\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EAffordable outer reef tours \u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_255556066":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2022_TNQ_ProDiveCairns_GreatBarrierReef_Diving_TheEditSuite_153674.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2022_TNQ_ProDiveCairns_GreatBarrierReef_Diving_TheEditSuite_153674.jpg","alt":"Two people scuba amongst coral and fish","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/affordable-ways-to-see-the-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_255556066.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1779148426725/2022-tnq-prodivecairns-greatbarrierreef-diving-theeditsuite-153674.jpeg","uuid":"3806d44a-421f-4176-9ee6-2804bd5f912e","lazyEnabled":false,"title":" Pro Dive Cairns, Cairns and Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1186562176":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EVenture beyond the islands and you’ll reach the outer Great Barrier Reef - where coral gardens stretch as far as the eye can see and schools of fish move in shimmering waves. If you want that full-colour reef experience without the \u003Ca title=\"12 ways to experience the Great Barrier Reef in luxury\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-luxury-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eluxury price tag,\u003C/a\u003E these options deliver serious value.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EOuter reef day tours from Cairns\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Reef Experience\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6046d48255995281577ab4cd-reef-experience\" target=\"_self\"\u003EReef Experience\u003C/a\u003E offers outer reef day tours from Cairns (from $260 per adult, $175 per child), visiting two outer reef locations with five hours of reef time, a free introductory scuba dive, glass bottom boat tours, plus breakfast, lunch and snacks.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-5dd5d1aad5d3d6f45d2c3ced-dreamtime-dive-and-snorkel\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDreamtime Dive and Snorkel\u003C/a\u003E visits two outer reef sites, offering five hours to explore while learning about the reef’s ecosystem and Indigenous heritage from local guides. The only cruise with live didgeridoo and traditional dance demonstrations, plus interactive clap sticks and fire poles. From $225 per adult, $145 per child.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ELearn to scuba dive on the Great Barrier Reef\u003Ca id=\"scuba\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWant to take it further? \u003Ca title=\"Where to get your PADI certification on the Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/padi-dive-certification-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003EScuba certification\u003C/a\u003E might seem like a splurge, but in Queensland you can train directly on the reef itself, often with accommodation, meals and equipment included.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EQuicksilver Dive | Port Douglas\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\nFrom $1,095, \u003Ca title=\"Quicksilver Cruises\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25de22880253d74c4558f-quicksilver-cruises\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethis three-day PADI Open Water\u003C/a\u003E course pairs online theory with hands-on reef training. After one day in a heated pool, you’ll head to the outer reef for two full-day trips and four open water dives. All equipment, meals, Port Douglas transfers and PADI Gold certification are included.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EReef Encounter | Cairns\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Ca title=\"Reef Encounter\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6046e448e11907e6470ca42a-reef-encounter\" target=\"_self\"\u003EReef Encounter\u003C/a\u003E offers liveaboard dive courses where you complete seven training dives over three days, with accommodation, meals and scuba gear included from $1,625. With a 1:4 instructor ratio, you’ll gain certification while immersed in the Great Barrier Reef environment from day one.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDivers Den | Cairns\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\nEarn your \u003Ca title=\"Divers Den\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dd4d5f1565045da05f1-divers-den\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPADI Open Water certification\u003C/a\u003E from $995 per person, including four days of training, all PADI materials, full tuition and all dive and snorkel equipment. The course features two outer reef day trips, four open water dives, Cairns accommodation transfers and refreshments throughout - ideal for total beginners.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPro Dive Cairns | Cairns\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\nGet certified from $1,350 per person \u003Ca title=\"Pro Dive Cairns\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dcd2880253d74c45425-pro-dive-cairns\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eon a five-day PADI Open Water course\u003C/a\u003E featuring nine dives (including a night dive), PADI Gold certification, course materials, meals, dive insurance and Cairns city transfers.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EStay on the Great Barrier Reef without resort prices\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1942481246":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2023_TNQ_DunkIsland_Island_KatiePurling_154538.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2023_TNQ_DunkIsland_Island_KatiePurling_154538.jpg","alt":"Two people paddle board in the calm waters off Dunk Island, while friends gather under an umbrella on the sand","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/affordable-ways-to-see-the-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1942481246.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1779148426800/2023-tnq-dunkisland-island-katiepurling-154538.jpeg","uuid":"9f64f9b2-8366-4031-ba4c-f769eddbffab","lazyEnabled":false,"title":" Dunk Island, Cairns and Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1311194936":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EDreaming of waking up in the heart of the reef? You don’t need a five-star resort to do it.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca id=\"camp\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ECamp on a Great Barrier Reef island\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESwap five stars for a billion and \u003Ca title=\"Island and beach camping in the Southern Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/camping-and-caravan-parks/island-beach-camping-at-southern-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003Epitch your tent beneath them\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDunk Island | Mission Beach\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\nA short water taxi ride from \u003Ca title=\"Mission Beach\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/mission-beach\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMission Beach\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Dunk Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/mission-beach/dunk-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDunk Island\u003C/a\u003E is a low-key reef escape with just eight beachfront campsites. Snorkel straight off the sand, hike through rainforest trails and wake to coral-fringed views - all for just $7.50 per person, per night.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELady Musgrave Island | Southern Great Barrier Reef\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Ca title=\"Lady Musgrave Islands\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone/lady-musgrave-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThis tiny coral cay\u003C/a\u003E sits inside a 3,000-acre lagoon teeming with turtles and coral. Camping is $7.50 per person, per night, with only 40 spots available. There are no facilities, so bring everything you need - the reward is reef access just metres from shore and star-filled skies overhead.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHumpy (Bur-ye Bur-ye) Island | Keppel Bay \u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\nFringed by casuarina trees and overlooking \u003Ca title=\"Keppel Bay Islands guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/keppel-bay-islands-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003EKeppel Bay,\u003C/a\u003E Humpy Island delivers classic barefoot camping for $7.50 per person, per night. 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