Cairns Heli Scenic - Great Barrier Reef

PILOTS VIEW AERIAL VIEW OF GREEN ISLAND GREEN ISLAND VIEW MARINELIFE BREATHTAKING WATERFALLS BREAKFAST AT THE REEF SANDY CAY OUTER REEF FLIGHT LUXURY MULTILEVEL PONTOON

Cairns Heli-Scenic is part of Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Group, the largest and most experienced Helicopter operators in the Tropical North.

They offer exciting and memorable 'aerial experiences' over some of the most spectacular and unique scenery in this beautiful region. To really appreciate the untouched beauty, you must see it from the air.

Discover the opal like coral formations and the marine life on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, then fly over the rainforest clad coastline, viewing ancient gorges and raging waterfalls.

Cairns Heli-Scenic guarantees the most exhilarating and unique way of experiencing a birds eye view of Tropical North Queenslands spectacular icons.

Green Island- 30 min

Departing from the Cairns City Helipad, you'll see spectacular views of Cairns City, False Cape, Yarrabah, Cape Grafton, Green Island and surrounding fringe reefs. Enjoy an amazing aerial view of this tropical marine wonderland. You'll appreciate not only the unique thrill of Helicopter flight but witness the colors of the reefs, the enormity of the reef as it stretches from horizon to horizon and search out the larger of our reef inhabitants, such as Manta, Turtles and Sharks.

Delux Outer Reef- 40 min

This flight will allow you to venture a little further afield and have more time to appreciate the miracle you may have come across the world to see. You'll depart from the city Helipad and see Cairns City, Green Island, Arlington Reef and Sandy Cay. View Upolu Cay, Outer reefs and the magnificent marine life from the air. Bring your Camera!

Reef and Rainforest- 60 min

Take in the stunning views of Cairns City, then fly over Copperlode Dam and up through the Barron Gorge to view the Kuranda Rainforest. Witness the incredible change as green turns to blue as you fly across Double Island over the Coral Sea, then out to Arlington Reef, flying over Upolo and Sandy Cays. The flight continues onto tropical Green Island, the Jewel of the Sea, with a breathtaking discovery of the magnificent surrounding outer reefs.

Breakfast on the Reef

What a way to start the day!  Board your helicopter and relax as you marvel at the magnificent views of the reefs and rainforest clad mountains as you fly to an isolated sandy cay. Keep a watch out for larger Reef inhabitants such as Manta and Turtles and swing down for a closer look.  

Indulge in two hours of relaxation and a delicious tropical brunch on the white coral sand. Raise your glass of champagne in a toast (you have every reason to) and swim in the turquoise clear water. Please ask about snorkelling equipment, as this is not included but can be arranged. A spectacular flight back to Cairns marks the end of a unique experience. Transfer from Cairns and Northern Beaches are included.

Green Island and Great Barrier Reef

Board a spectacular scenic flight to Green Island, where you will enjoy a guided rainforest walk and a dip in the resort swimming pool. Then either cruise or continue your flight over white sand cays and magnificent coral formations to land at the Great Adventures outer reef luxury multilevel pontoon.

Enjoy a hot or cold buffet lunch, and then turn your attention to the underwater world. Go on a semi-sub tour, visit the underwater observatory, or snorkel around some of the most beautiful reef Cairns has to offer. Board the fast cat at the end of the day for your cruise back to Cairns, or arrive back in style by helicopter.

Scuba diving and the Scuba Doo are also available (additional costs apply).

Transfer from Cairns and Northern Beaches are included.