Return Scenic Great Barrier Reef Heli Flight
$1189.00 per person
Departs Daily from Port Douglas
11.10am - 3.30pm
Short on time or want to experience the Great Barrier Reef on a return scenic flight. Takes in the highlights of the inner reef. There is simply no better way to appreciate the sheer size and scale of the Great Barrier Reef than from the air. Spend 2 hours - 15 minutes at the Quicksilver pontoon to enjoy snorkelling, semi submersible coral viewing tour, underwater observatory and a delicious buffet lunch.
The 35 minute scenic flight between Port Douglas and Agincourt Reef delivers stunning panoramic views extending from the tropical rainforest clad coastline, across the azure waters of the Coral Sea and into the very heart of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.
The flight path includes famous 4 Mile Beach, Cape Kimberley, Daintree River Mouth, Snapper Island, stunning Undine Sand Cay and St Crispins Reef (refer map below and terms and conditions).
Your highly skilled pilot will share their local knowledge of the region while on the lookout for Turtles, Dolphins, Manta Rays, large schools of pelagic fish as well as Dwarf Minke and majestic Humpback Whales (Jul-Sep).
- Return 35 minute each way scenic Helicopter Flight from Port Douglas
- 2 1/4 hours at the Outer Reef activity platform
- All snorkelling equipment including buoyancy devices and friendly instruction for beginners
- Hot and cold tropical lunch
- Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour
- Underwater Observatory and Eco Reef Talk
- Afternoon tea and coffee whilst on the platform
- Lycra suits
- The Environmental Management Charge (EMC) is included in the price of your cruise ticket.
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Extra cash or credit card for additional purchases
- Small soft bag to fit on the helicopter
Maximum individual seat weight limit of 130kg applies
- Helicopters (as with all light aircraft) are subject to strict weight specifications per aircraft type.
- Accurate individual passenger weights and accompanying carryon luggage MUST be advised upon booking.
- It is a legal requirement for all passengers and luggage to be weighed at the time of check-in. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee and/or luggage allowance may be further reduced.
- Nautilus Aviation operate a fleet of helicopters with individual specifications. The maximum single seat payload is 130KG. For passengers exceeding 130KG, aircraft seating four or more (4+) passengers are required for private charters and for listed tours and packages, an additional seat at 50% of ticket price may need to be purchased for passenger comfort and aircraft weight and balance.
All tours are confirmed subject to availability, weather and achieved booking minimums. Solo traveller bookings welcome.
Cancellation notice of 48 hours is required for a full refund
Any flight amendments made inside 48 hours with incur a 50% penalty.
Cancellation within 24 hours is non refundable
No amendments accepted inside 24 hours prior to departure
Flights are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability.
The decision of the pilot in command is final with regards to cancelling a flight due to inclement weather and/or the refusal of the passenger/s if the passenger/s are deemed unfit for flight.
- Return 35 minute each way scenic Helicopter Flight from Port Douglas
- 2 1/4 hours at the Outer Reef activity platform
- All snorkelling equipment including buoyancy devices and friendly instruction for beginners
- Hot and cold tropical lunch
- Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour
- Underwater Observatory and Eco Reef Talk
- Afternoon tea and coffee whilst on the platform
- Lycra suits
- The Environmental Management Charge (EMC) is included in the price of your cruise ticket.
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Extra cash or credit card for additional purchases
- Small soft bag to fit on the helicopter
Maximum individual seat weight limit of 130kg applies
- Helicopters (as with all light aircraft) are subject to strict weight specifications per aircraft type.
- Accurate individual passenger weights and accompanying carryon luggage MUST be advised upon booking.
- It is a legal requirement for all passengers and luggage to be weighed at the time of check-in. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee and/or luggage allowance may be further reduced.
- Nautilus Aviation operate a fleet of helicopters with individual specifications. The maximum single seat payload is 130KG. For passengers exceeding 130KG, aircraft seating four or more (4+) passengers are required for private charters and for listed tours and packages, an additional seat at 50% of ticket price may need to be purchased for passenger comfort and aircraft weight and balance.
All tours are confirmed subject to availability, weather and achieved booking minimums. Solo traveller bookings welcome.
Cancellation notice of 48 hours is required for a full refund
Any flight amendments made inside 48 hours with incur a 50% penalty.
Cancellation within 24 hours is non refundable
No amendments accepted inside 24 hours prior to departure
Flights are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability.
The decision of the pilot in command is final with regards to cancelling a flight due to inclement weather and/or the refusal of the passenger/s if the passenger/s are deemed unfit for flight.
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