Great Adventures Outer Barrier Reef Tour - Fly & Fly

Fly from the heart of the city over the Cairns Harbour and rainforest clad coastline, over stunning Green Island and on to one of the greatest natural wonders of the world, The Great Barrier Reef. You may be able to spot a whale, a shark or even a turtle from the air before making a perfect touchdown on the helipad before being transferred to Great Adventure’s Pontoon.

Here you can enjoy coral viewing through the semi-submersible submarine, visit the underwater observatory, enjoy snorkelling with all equipment and instruction provided (as well as buoyancy vests and flotation devices). Enjoy a delicious hot and cold buffet lunch including prawns, hot and cold buffet selections including fresh salads, cold meat platters and a selection of tropical fruits, freshly baked bread rolls and tea and coffee.

At the end of the day you will return to Cairns by Helicopter, enjoying another stunning scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef. Arriving at Cairns Helipad at approximately 4.00/4.30pm you will enjoy complimentary return accommodation transfers to your hotel.

• 12.00pm: Check-in at Cairns Heliport on the Marinas for a meet & greet and safety briefing 
• 12.20pm: Depart by Helicopter from Cairns
• 12.45pm: Arrive Great Adventures Outer Reef Pontoon
• 3.15pm: Depart Outer Reef for return flight to Cairns
• 3:35pm: Arrive Cairns Heliport
• 3.40pm: Courtesy accommodation transfers to Northern Beaches and Cairns hotels

• Spectacular 25 minute helicopter scenic flight to the luxury multi level pontoon on the Great Barrier Reef
• Enjoy the Hot and Cold Buffet Lunch
• View the coral without getting wet on a semi-submersible tour
• Underwater Observatory
• Snorkelling equipment with full instruction and buoyancy vest
• Helicopter return flight from the Great Barrier Reef back to Cairns

Optional Return Coach Transfers from Cairns & Cairns Northern Beaches Accommodation

• Adult - From Cairns City Accommodation AU$30.00
• Child (aged 4 - 14 years) - From Cairns City Accommodation AU$20.00
• Adult - From Cairns Northern Beaches Accommodation AU$38.00
• Child (aged 4 - 14 years) - From Cairns Northern Beaches Accommodation AU$21.00 

Rates - Valid 01st of April 2023 to 31st of March 2024

• Fly & Fly Great Barrier Reef Adventure AU$1030.00 per person

Important Booking Notes: Please ensure that you indicate each participant's estimated individual weight details in lbs or kgs (we can do the conversion) in the Booking Form's Comments Box if making a reservation online.

The operator can carry up to 6 participants from the one group, dependent of passenger weights and helicopter availability.

From the 01st of April 2023 the helicopter operator will no longer offer Optional Return Coach Transfers from Cairns City or Cairns Northern Beaches accommodation. Passengers will be asked to check-in at the Heliport in Cairns City at the Pier Complex adjacent to the Marinas. 

Bring 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 and sunscreen.
Terms & Conditions 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. 

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 hours or less prior to depature will inclure a 100% cancellation fee