Great Barrier Reef 40 Minute Scenic Flight from Cairns - Reef Hopper

4.8 (259 reviews) 40 min Free cancellation

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259 reviews

4.8

Scenic Flight over Green Island — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

GSL Aviation's Airvan — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

See the best of the Great Barrier Reef on this 40-minute scenic flight in our high wing aircraft. You'll see Cairns, Green Island, Arlington Reef, Upolu Reef, Double Island and Palm Cove. After exploring the Reef you’ll head back toward the mainland, with views of the North Queensland coastline. With window seats guaranteed, take in the stunning views as your professional pilot provides you with expert commentary along the way. Your flight also includes free transfer courtesy bus from your Cairns centrally located accommodation.

Bus tranfers are subject to availability, and GSL will advise you if this service is not available

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At a glance

Duration: 40 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 7 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: GSL Aviation

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guaranteed window seats
Included: In-flight commentary
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off only from Cairns city centre area
Included: 40-minute high wing aircraft scenic flight

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off outside Cairns city center area (eg, Palmcove, Yorkeys Knob)
Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

GSL Aviation

Passing by

Starting point
Great Barrier Reef

Passing by

Bird's eye view of Great Barrier Reef
Green Island

Passing by

Aerial views of Green Island

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

If you are going to make your own way to the meeting point, please make sure to be on time for check-in 30 minutes prior to your tour.

End point

If you are going to make your own way to the meeting point, please make sure to be on time for check-in 30 minutes prior to your tour.

Pickup points

Mercure Cairns
Mantra Trilogy Cairns
Coral Tree Inn
Mad Monkey Village
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort
Bay Village Tropical Retreat
Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Queenslander Hotel and Apartments
Alivio Hotel Cairns
Crystalbrook Riley
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns

and 45 more pickup points

Please note that the time listed on your Viator confirmation is the departure time, NOT the pick-up time. The actual pick-up time may vary depending on your location.

Bus transfers are subject to availability, and GSL will advise you if this service is not available

The pickup from your hotel typically begins 45 minutes prior to the tour flight departure. Please make sure to be ready by then.

To confirm your specific pick-up time or location, please contact GSL Aviation Cairns a day prior to your tour.

Using your ticket

All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Individual weight restriction 125 KG
Not recommended for travelers with mobility issue, passenger must be able to get in and out of the plane without assistance