
Duration: half day
Explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest by private helicopter.
Highlights: Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest.
FULL LENGTH TOUR DESCRIPTION
Take a short transfer to the General Aviation terminal where you will begin your deluxe 60 minute flight, offering the best Tropical North Queensland has to offer - the reef and the rainforest. Fly on an unforgettable odyssey over untouched wilderness inaccessible from the ground. Fly over ancient tropical rainforest to Lake Morris, the Barron Gorge and the township of Kuranda. Witness the incredible change as Green turns to Blue as you fly over Palm Cove, past Double Island and out to the breathtaking Great Barrier Reef. Soar over Sandy Cays and marvel at the diverse colours and marine life of the reef as you fly past Green Island, the Jewel of the Sea. Capture your postcard pictures of the magnificent surrounding outer reefs before you return to Cairns for your transfer back to port.
SHORT LENGTH TOUR DESCRIPTION
Transfer by private vehicle to a nearby helipad for a breathtaking helicopter flight over two World Heritage listed areas; the Great Barrier Reef, and the Daintree Rainforest. View the stunning colours and vistas of the awe-inspiring reef and the magnificent rainforest before flying back to the helipad in Cairns. Return to the ship in your private vehicle.
TIMING BREAKDOWN
00:00 Depart the pier and transfer by private vehicle to the helipad
00:15 Safety briefing at General Aviation
00:30 Reef & Rainforest Flight
01:30 Flight ends at General Aviation
01:45 Transfer back to the ship
02:00 Arrive back at the ship
Approximate duration: 2 hours
OPERATIONAL NOTES
- Includes round trip private vehicle transfers, helicopter flight with 2 take-offs and landings, gourmet picnic lunch with Australian Champagne
- Timings are approximate and are subject to confirmed departure times, weather conditions and air traffic control clearances
- Activity Level is Mild: guests must be able to climb in and out of the helicopter with ease