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Airlie Beach Cruise Fly Tour – Snorkelling, Heart Reef & Whitehaven Beach

Tour Code: 829

Operated By: Heli Reef Whitsunday

Departing: Airlie Beach

Cruise & Fly & Island Tour
  • Scenic catamaran cruise back through the Whitsunday Islands
  •  Experience reef, islands and aerial icons in one seamless day
  • Scenic helicopter flight over Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
  • Helicopter landing on Hamilton Island with free time to explore
  •  Cruise from Airlie Beach to the outer Great Barrier Reef at Hardy Reef
  • 2.5 hours snorkelling and reef viewing at the interactive Reefworld pontoon

Included In Price

  • One way Great Barrier Reef cruise from Airlie Beach to Hardy Reef Reefworld Pontoon
  • Spend 2.5 hours at Reefworld Pontoon - Hardy Reef
  • Spend 1.5 hours at Hamilton Island
  • All snorkelling gear and wetsuits provided
  • Buffet luncheon on the reef pontoon
  • Underwater Observatory access
  • Semi-submersible submarine tours
  • One-way helicopter flight (approx. 30–35 minutes)
  • Scenic aerial views of Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
  • Hamilton Island stopover
  • Scenic cruise return to Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach scenic flight combo tour with Helicopter ride to Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hamilton Island and snorkelling at Hardy Reef pontoon all in a day. This has to be the best scenic flight combo package tour deal on offer in the Whitsunday Islands today.

What to Expect

Take off on a scenic flight full day adventure with our Airlie Beach and Great Barrier Reef tour combo package, perfect for experiencing the sights of the Great Barrier Reef from your seat in the helicopter at every angle. This helicopter scenic flight tour combines snorkelling from a pontoon on the outer reef, aerial views of Whitehaven Beach, Heart Reef and the Whitsundays, and time on Hamilton Island all wrapped up into a seamless, exhilarating one day flying itinerary, ensuring a comprehensive and unforgettable Great Barrier Reef tour experience with a flight from Airlie Beach.

Features and Highlights

Interactive Pontoon Experience:

  • Begin your scenic flight combo package tour journey with a boat cruise from Port of Airlie, arriving at the Reefworld pontoon located on Hardy Reef. Spend 2.5 hours engaging with the Great Barrier Reef's vibrant marine life. Dive into the crystal-clear waters for snorkelling or observe the underwater world from the semi-submersible submarine tour, all while enjoying a tropical buffet lunch on the pontoon.

Scenic Helicopter Flight:

  • The days adventure continues as you board a helicopter flight for a breathtaking 35-minute scenic flight soaring above iconic landmarks such as the Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and Hill Inlet, capturing panoramic views that stretch across the Whitsunday islands to the outer Great Barrier Reef. This aerial perspective offers a unique vantage point and stunning photo opportunities of the reef's majestic beauty.

Hamilton Island Visit:

  • After your Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef scenic flight, the helicopter touches down on Hamilton Island, where you'll have 1.5 hours to explore this idyllic location. Wander the island's boutiques, relax at the cafes, or stroll along the sandy shores, taking in the relaxed atmosphere and picturesque scenery.

Luxurious Catamaran Return:

  • Conclude your day with a leisurely boat cruise back to Airlie Beach. Travel through the Whitsunday Islands, reflecting on the day’s adventures, and unwind as the sun sets over the Coral Sea.

This Airlie Beach scenic flight combo package tour is designed to maximize your time in the Whitsundays and provide a full spectrum of experiences from under the sea to above the islands. Whether snorkelling among the reefs, flying over the Heart Reef, or exploring Hamilton Island, this helicopter scenic flight tour promises a full day of excitement and awe-inspiring insights. This simply has to be the best scenic flight on the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands.

See the bigest range of scenic flights from Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island

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Townsville helicopters

Cairns Scenic Flights

Cairns helicopter & reef combo

Port Douglas scenic flights

Port Douglas helicopter & reef combo

Gold Coast scenic flights

Tour Languages Offered
  • English
Departs From

Airlie Beach

Departure Time

7.30am check in at Port of Airlie for Great Barrier Reef tour

Departure Instructions

Departs from Port of Airlie

Destinations
  • Heart Reef
  • Whitehaven Beach
  • Hill Inlet
  • Hardy Reef
  • Hamilton Island
Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Note: a 10% surcharge applies to Sundays and Qld public holidays - this surcharge is not included in the online total and will be added afterwards
Closed on Christmas Day

Duration

Approximately 2.5 hours at Reefworld Pontoon
Approximately 35 minutes on helicopter flight
Approximately 1.5 hours on Hamilton Island

Fitness Level Required

Medium, Active

Restrictions

Scuba Diving – minimum age 12

Weight: Up to 130 Kg / 287 Lb

IN-WATER RESTRICTIONS

Scuba Diving Restrictions

  • Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude some people from scuba diving.
  • Participation is subject to a medical questionnaire completed on board with the tour operator
  • Minimum age for scuba diving is 12 years.
  • Flying after scuba diving: a wait of 12 hours is recommended after one dive, 18 hour after 2 dives and at least 24 hours after multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater.

Advanced Dive Medical Intro Dive Medical

Read more about Diving Safety on the Great Barrier Reef.

Additional Information
  • For legal and safety reasons all passengers are weighed prior to boarding helicopter flights – individual weights in excess of 110kg will incur an extra seat surcharge.
  • Combined body weights per two passengers booking’s in excess of 180 kg’s will incur an extra seat surcharge.
  • Maximum per seat weight is 130 kg’s.

Towels and items for swimming in soft carry bag to not exceed 5kgs

  • 3 – 13 years inclusive
  • As per aviation policy one child per flight
  • Our tours are designed to accommodate adults, some tours are not suitable for infants, if in doubt please ask. Infants are classified as 0-2 years, and may travel on a parent lap in the rear of the aircraft on private flights only. Children are classified as 3 – 13 years of age inclusive, must be accompanied by an adult on the flight.

Our T&Cs

All cancellations must be in writing.

We understand things may change, so we have made cancellations very easy.

In every instance we always recommend you purchase travel insurance for life’s last-minute hiccups.

Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.

Additional Tour Operator's T&CS

Flights cancelled under 48 hours notice – no refunds

If passengers elect not to travel due to weather conditions but flights are still operational, 100% cancellation fee will apply.

Note: a 10% surcharge applies to Sundays and Qld public holidays - this surcharge is not included in the online total and will be added afterwards

Airlie Beach Cruise Fly Tour – Snorkelling, Heart Reef & Whitehaven Beach

Tour Code: 829

Operated By: Heli Reef Whitsunday

Departing: Airlie Beach

Cruise & Fly & Island Tour

From

au$660.00

Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.

Child: au$610.00
Family: au$2,540.00

Tour Code: 829

From

au$ 660.00

14 yrs & over

3 - 13 yrs

Ages of Children
(Discounts May Apply)
Phone
1300 761 612
WhatsApp
+61 427 074 745
Phone
1300 761 612
WhatsApp
+61 427 074 745

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