Great Barrier Reef Scenic Helicopter Flight from Cairns

Explore the Great Barrier Reef from the air on a guided helicopter flight from Cairns. Take in the patterns of coral beneath the water from a panoramic aerial perspective.

• Listen to live commentary on the 40-minute flight

Itinerary

1. Depart from 21 Bush Pilot's Avenue for the 30 Minute Scenic Flight or Zoom Helicopters for the 40 Minute Scenic Flight. Both options offer departures at 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, and 16:00.
2. Explore the Great Barrier Reef from the air on a guided scenic helicopter flight. Fly for 30 minutes on the 30 Minute Scenic Flight or 40 minutes on the 40 Minute Scenic Flight.
3. Return to your departure point. The 30 Minute Scenic Flight returns at 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, or 16:30. The 40 Minute Scenic Flight returns at 09:40, 10:40, 11:40, 12:40, 13:40, 14:40, 15:40, or 16:40, depending on your departure time.

What's Included

• English-speaking professional guide
• Safety orientation
• Operator-provided insurance
• Refreshments on the 40-minute flight

Important details

• Maximum weight per seat: 130 kg.
• Children aged 0–1 travel free on a parent's or guardian's lap using a provided infant seat belt restraint. Only one infant is permitted per aircraft.
• Children aged 2 and older require their own seat at the full ticket price.
• This activity is not recommended during pregnancy or for people with serious medical conditions or disabilities.
• This activity is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible.
• Arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure.