Activity Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

60 minute Reef Scenic flight

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About this activity

The Reef Spectucular does exactly what the title says - provides you with one hour of total reef paradise! We leave no stone (or coral) unturned as we explore two vast clusters of reefs. Rays, turtles and sharks are commonly seen on these flights.

There is no better way to experience the vastness and beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Zoom Helicopters

Ages: Adults (3–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water: Complimentary refreshments are availabile.
Included: Carbonated beverages: Complimentary refreshments are availabile.

Not included

Not included: In-flight video is available for purchase after the flight.

Itinerary

Fitzroy Island

Passing by

Flying past the northern side, we will receive great panoramic views of Fitzroy Island and little Fitzroy Island. In the distance we will see the many other islands littered along the coast.
Yarrabah

Passing by

We will fly right past the World War II fortifications at False Cape. Coming over Cape Graften we will take in some fantastic views of Turtle Beach.
Stop 3

Passing by

Sudbury Cay lays at the very western tip of the vast Sudbury Reef. This Cay is known for its diverse bird wildlife.
Stop 4

Passing by

We will get a great view of all the small individual reefs that make up Elford Reef while we track along. The reef edges drop to the ocean floor almost vertically.
Stop 5

Passing by

Moore Reef is the most popular outer reef for snorkeling and diving. We will fly right past the many large fixed pontoons that are permanently located there.
Stop 6

Passing by

Arlington Reef is a beautifully U shaped reef, connecting both the inner and outer reef. From 2000ft-3000ft altitude it gives a great perspective of the size of the cluster of reefs located outside Cairns.
Stop 7

Passing by

Vlasoff Cay is just one out of 300 sand cays located throughout the reef. Depending on tides and flight conditions, we might be able to make a quick touch-down on this magical island.
Green Island

Passing by

Green Island is home to the Green Island resort and is surrounded by a stunning inner reef. Orbiting at 1000ft it will also give a great perspective of the rugged coastline.
Stop 9

Passing by

Upolu Reef is a smaller, more intimate and very symmetrical inner reef. It always serves as a fantastic end note of our reef adventure before returning to Cairns.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Turn off the Captain Cook Highway into the General Aviation entrance to Cairns Airport, turn right and you will find us opposite the Aviation Skills Centre on the left hand side of Bush Pilots Avenue.

End point

Turn off the Captain Cook Highway into the General Aviation entrance to Cairns Airport, turn right and you will find us opposite the Aviation Skills Centre on the left hand side of Bush Pilots Avenue.