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Sunlover pontoon and helicopter on the GBR

Cruise-Fly with Sunlover Cruises

Cruise - Fly Great Barrier Reef
Adult $665 |Child 4-15yrs $545
Child 3yrs $399.00
Family 2A+2C $2255
Departs daily 10am - 3.55pm
3.5 hours at the Great Barrier Reef

Cruise from Cairns to Sunlover's Pontoon at Moore Reef, 54km away. Ideal for all ages, this ocean base boasts a new sun deck and the Sunlover Sunslide for family fun. The 25 minute scenic flight from Moore 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.

This great upgrade to cruise to or from the reef  on a  scenic helicopter flight providing reduced travel time and a unique aerial perspective that showcases the vibrant hues and sheer expanse of the reefs thriving coral gardens – an opportunity not to be missed! The 25-minute scenic flight between Cairns and Moore 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. 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 and even majestic Humpback Whales (Jul to Sep).

 

More Info & Booking

 

  • 90 minute cruise on-board air-conditioned catamaran to the Reef
  • 25 minute scenic helicopter flight back to Cairns
  • Free tea and coffee
  • Informative presentation hosted by our marine naturalist
  • Delicious buffet luncheon featuring fresh seafood, hot dishes, salads and sumptuous tropical fruits
  • Guided coral viewing from our semi-submersible and glass-bottom boat tours
  • Underwater observatory
  • Fish feeding presentation
  • Touch tank to experience unique marine life up close
  • All snorkelling equipment
  • Snorkelling enclosure with rest and view stations
  • Fully enclosed kids' pool
  • Theme Park Waterslide -The only one on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Afternoon tea
  • Freshwater showers and change rooms (on the pontoon)
  • Toilets (on the boat only)
  • Full bar facilities
  • FREE Wi-Fi

  • Seawalker Helmet Dive $149.00 per person
  • Certified diving $149
  • Introductory diving $149
  • Guided snorkel tour $52

 PLEASE READ dive medical before booking any dives. This will be required to be completed on the day of travel. View Dive Medical


  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reefsmart sunscreen
  • Underwater camera
  • Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
  • Change of clothes
  • Extra cash or credit card for onboard purchases
  • Small soft bag required for helicopter

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.


 

  • 90 minute cruise on-board air-conditioned catamaran to the Reef
  • 25 minute scenic helicopter flight back to Cairns
  • Free tea and coffee
  • Informative presentation hosted by our marine naturalist
  • Delicious buffet luncheon featuring fresh seafood, hot dishes, salads and sumptuous tropical fruits
  • Guided coral viewing from our semi-submersible and glass-bottom boat tours
  • Underwater observatory
  • Fish feeding presentation
  • Touch tank to experience unique marine life up close
  • All snorkelling equipment
  • Snorkelling enclosure with rest and view stations
  • Fully enclosed kids' pool
  • Theme Park Waterslide -The only one on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Afternoon tea
  • Freshwater showers and change rooms (on the pontoon)
  • Toilets (on the boat only)
  • Full bar facilities
  • FREE Wi-Fi
  • Seawalker Helmet Dive $149.00 per person
  • Certified diving $149
  • Introductory diving $149
  • Guided snorkel tour $52

 PLEASE READ dive medical before booking any dives. This will be required to be completed on the day of travel. View Dive Medical

  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reefsmart sunscreen
  • Underwater camera
  • Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
  • Change of clothes
  • Extra cash or credit card for onboard purchases
  • Small soft bag required for helicopter

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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