Destination: Great Barrier Reef & Stunning Helicopter Scenic Flight
Duration: Full Day Tour

Departs: Cairns 7.30am
Returns: Cairns 3.30pm

Enquire About Cairns Helicopter Tours - Cruise & Fly - Full Day Reef Tour

Cairns Helicopter Tours - Cruise & Fly - Full Day Reef Tour

The Tour For an extraordinary day on the Great Barrier Reef, combine your Down Under Dive Outer Barrier Reef Cruise with an exhilarating return helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef!

Depart Cairns at 8.30am in the morning and travel to the Outer Barrier Reef onboard the stunning, state-of-the-art fast catamaran, MV Evolution. Enjoy just under five hours exploring two stunning Outer Barrier Reef destinations, each with their own unique coral formations and diverse marine species! Enjoy an Aussie BBQ Lunch, guided snorkelling tours with full gear hire inclusion! Scuba diving, for the novice (Introductory Diving) or licensed diver (Certified Diving) is also available onboard at additional cost.

On the return, take to the air for a spectacular 25 minute helicopter journey over the magical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Sweep over coral gardens and sand cays, and see marine life from high above before returning into to Cairns.
Tour Includes

Cruise to two stunning Outer Barrier Reef locations
Five hours on the Outer Barrier Reef for snorkelling - with the option to upgrade to diving
Guided snorkelling tour with all snorkelling equimpment supplied
Delicious BBQ lunch including prawns, fish, steak, sausages, vegetarian options, tropical salads and pastas
Return stunning reef scenic helicopter flight from the Great Barrier Reef back to Cairns (25 minutes)

Rates - Valid 01st of April 2022 to 31st of March 2023

AU$499.00 Per Person - Rates include $20.00 Per Person Government Reef Tax & Fuel Levy

Important Booking Notes: When booking your Fly & Cruise Outer Barrier Reef Tour, please indicate if any Optional Activities are required in the 'Comments Box' of the Booking Form. E.g. Certified Diving or Introductory Diving or Pre Booked Semi Submersible Submarine Tours. Please also advise us of any special dietary considerations are required.

Please advise of all participant's estimated individual weights in the Booking Form's 'Comments Box' as passenger weights must be advised prior to travel as a condition of carriage.
Optional Coach Transfers from Cairns City Accommodation

AU$28.00 per person (return)

Optional Coach Transfers from Cairns Northern Beaches Accommodation

AU$38.00 per person (return)

Optional Pre Booked Diving Rates - Certified Divers

1st Certified Dive (Includes all Dive Equipment) AU$50.00 ** Must be Pre Booked
2nd Certified Dive (Includes all Dive Equipment) AU$30.00
3rd Certified Dive (Includes all Dive Equipment) AU$20.00
Guided Certified Dives (per dive) AU$20.00 Per Dive

Optional Pre Booked Diving Rates - Introductory Divers

1st Introductory Dive (Includes Dive Guide, Equipment & Instruction) AU$50.00 ** Must be Pre Booked
2nd Introductory Dive (Includes Dive Guide, Equipment & Instruction) AU$35.00
3rd Introductory Dive (Includes Dive Guide, Equipment & Instruction) AU$25.00

What to BringBring small soft sided day bags as luggage space is restricted on helicopter. Dress for the tropics and bring a hat, sunglasses, your swim suit & towel, sunglasses, camera, hat & sunscreen.

Terms & Conditions Important Notes:

Passenger Weight Policy
Due to Aviation Weight Restrictions a client’s body and luggage weight must be advised prior to the reservation being confirmed. Should a client advise a weight variance of more than 10%, the right is reserved to charge a 100% cancellation fee.110kg Maximum Weight per passenger. If passenger exceeds weight limit, please enquire of rates as two seats may be required and a surcharge will apply.

Child’s Rate Policy
One (1) infant under their 3rd birthday may travel free of charge if seated on a guardian’s lap. A maximum of one infant per helicopter may travel as per CASA regulations. Children 3 years and above pay full fare.

Insurance
The helicopter operator carries full insurance including Public Liability Insurance of $50,000,000.00.

Minimum and maximum passenger numbers
Minimum passenger numbers may apply. Groups larger than 6 passengers may require private charter. Please liaise with Cairns Visitor Centre at time of booking.

Fuel Surcharge
With fluctuations in world oil prices, it may be necessary to apply a fuel surcharge to the ticket price. In such cases any charge will be collected on departure.

Cancellation Policy
Booking Deposit Non Refundable. Cancellations made 48 to 24 hours prior to the flying will be incurr a 50% cancellation fee. Flights cancelled 24 hours or less prior to travel will incurr a 100% cancellation fee. Travel insurance is recommended.

Conditions of Carriage

The tour operator will not be liable for any loss, damage, additional expense or inconvenience arising from, or incidental to, any delay in service, howsoever caused. The tour operator works in conjunction with other tour operators and is not liable for other operator's acts or omissions whether negligent or otherwise. Travel and admissions will be subject to the conditions imposed by these operators, which may limit or exclude liability for personal injury or property damage.

Semi Submersible Submarine Tours are subject to weather conditions. Introductory Diving subject to applicants successfully passing a Dive Medical Questionnaire

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