Great Barrier Reef 30-Minute Scenic Helicopter Tour from Cairns

4.7 (38 reviews) one hour Free cancellation

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30 Minute Reef Scenic Flight — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

30 Minute Reef scenic — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Experience the sheer size and beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and gain a true appreciation of one of the seven natural wonders of the world. This flight includes views of beautiful Green Island and Fitzroy Island and on low tide, Vlasoff Sand Cay and Upolu Sand Cay. Sightings of manta rays, turtles and other marine life are not uncommon. If you're flying with us in the winter months, there is even a chance of spotting whales!

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 7 people
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Nautilus Aviation

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

What is included

Included

Included: Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Included: Scenic Helicopter Flight
Included: Surcharges on fuel: Fuel surcharge
Included: Informative commentary during the flight

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns & Beaches hotels
Not included: Nautilus Aviation scenic flights are on a shared basis (not private)

Itinerary

Stop 1

30 min Admission included

Check-in is 30 minutes prior to your departure for your pre-departure briefing.

You'll then board the helicopter for your scenic flight.
Green Island National Park

Passing by

Enjoy the view from above of Green Island.
Great Barrier Reef

Passing by

Fly over the amazing Great Barrier Reef

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Using your ticket

IMPORTANT - You MUST call or email Nautilus Aviation with your hotel details once your booking is confirmed.

Weight Policy: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry-on luggage MUST be advised at time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single seat payload of 130kg. For passenger comfort and aircraft weight and balance, passengers exceeding 130kg are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of ticket price - this is non-commissionable and payable to Nautilus Aviation on day of travel.
Confirmation: Reservations are held ONLY if weights are received and full payment is made - unless credit facilities have been previously arranged.
Tour Cancellations: Tours and aircraft substitutions are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air traffic control and availability
Refunds: Cancellation notice of 48 hours is required for a full refund claim and 24-48 hours, for a 50% refund claim. No refund applies if booking is cancelled within 24 hours.

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.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Weight Policy: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry-on luggage MUST be advised at time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single seat payload of 130kg. For passenger comfort and aircraft weight and balance, passengers exceeding 130kg are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of ticket price - this is non-commissionable and payable to Nautilus Aviation on day of travel.
Infants 2 years and under travel free of charge when seated in the lap of a guardian
All product requires a minimum number of passengers to proceed. Our Reservations team will reach out to confirm availability within the shortest possible time after we receive your order.
Child Policy: Children 3 years and above are legally required to be seated in their own seat and are therefore required to pay the full ticket price. Subject to conditions, children under 3 years may travel free of charge when seated on a parents/guardians lap. For bookings of more than one infant (under 3 years), conditions apply – please contact Reservations.
Tour and aircraft substitutions are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air traffic control and availability
Refunds: Cancellation notice of 48 hours is required for a full refund claim and 24 -48 hours, for a 50% refund claim. No refund applies if booking is cancelled inside 24 hours.
Nautilus Aviation scenic flights are on a shared basis (not private)
all 30, 45 & 60 minute Scenic Flight bookings up to 6 passengers (1 Helicopter) will continue to depart from the Pier Heliport while all bookings for 7+ passengers. (2+ Helicopters) will now depart from our General Aviation Airport location.
Nautilus Aviation reserves the right to increase pricing or add surcharges where applicable