60 Minute Reef & Rainforest Scenic Flight

    • Places: Cairns
    • Departs from: Cairns
    • Region: Tropical North Queensland, Queensland
    • Duration: 30 minutes
    • Price: From $965 per person (AUD)
    • Operator: Nautilus Aviation Cairns
    • Payment: Book now, pay later available: no payment today, card charged 3 days before the tour. Departures within 5 days are pay now only.
    • Rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review

    The 60 Minute Reef & Rainforest Scenic Flight tour offers an aerial view of the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. Passengers will fly over these World Heritage-listed sites and the town of Port Douglas. The tour provides a unique perspective that can't be seen from the ground or water.

    Activities

    • Scenic Flight

    Features

    • 60-minute helicopter flight
    • Headsets with voice-activated microphones
    • Inflight commentary from a local pilot

    The Tour

    Great Barrier Reef

    Fly over the vast expanse of the Great Barrier Reef. Witness the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of the coral formations from above.

    Daintree Rainforest

    Soar over the lush canopy of the Daintree Rainforest. See the dense greenery, seasonal waterfalls, and ancient waterways.

    Port Douglas

    View the town of Port Douglas from the sky. Enjoy the scenic coastline and surrounding landscapes.

    Tour options

    • 60 Minute Reef & Rainforest Scenic Flight from $965 This 60-minute helicopter flight includes views of the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, with inflight commentary. Suitable for those who prefer a self-drive option, with check-in at Cairns Pier Heliport.

    What to bring

    • Camera
    • Sunglasses
    • Comfortable clothing

    Meeting point

    Make your own way to the Cairns Pier Heliport, located on Pier Point Road, Cairns City QLD 4870. Check in 45 minutes before departure, with check-in closing 30 minutes before departure. Flights operate daily based on request and availability. The tour returns to the meeting point after the flight.

    Useful information

    Flight duration

    The helicopter flight lasts 60 minutes, offering aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.

    Inflight commentary

    Passengers receive inflight commentary from a local pilot, enhancing the experience with insights about the sights below.

    What to bring

    Guests should bring a camera, sunglasses, and comfortable clothing for the flight.

    Flight features

    The flight includes headsets with voice-activated microphones for clear communication during the tour.

    Customer reviews

    • Julie E. (5.0/5), 05-01-2023: Exceeded our expectation the view and commentary by the pilot and the snorkelling on the boat was always had supervision while snorkelling and lunch provided was ample and delicious

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