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Helicopter Flights Cairns - 30 Min Flight - Land 30 Min Vlasoff Sand Cay | ZM

Tour Code: 1037

Operated By: Zoom Helicopters

Departing: Cairns

Private Helicopter Flight - Land on Sand Cay
  • Take a 30 minute scenic helicopter flight over Cairns and out to the Great Barrier Reef. 
  • Land on a remote sand cay in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef and enjoy a glass of bubbles on Vlasoff sand cay 
  • The helicopter lands on Vlasoff sand cay in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef allowing guests to spend 30 minutes in awe of this location and to enjoy a glass of bubbles.  

Included In Price

  • 30 Minute Great Barrier Reef Scenic Helicopter Flight
  • 30 Minutes on solitary Sand Cay in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef - A landing at Vlasoff Sand Cay is not always possible, please see essential information
  • Free in-flight video

Spend the best 30 minutes of your life on a helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef and landing on a remote sand cay for 30 minutes.

What to Expect

Prepare for an exhilarating 60-minute scenic helicopter flight from Cairns that combines breathtaking aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef with a unique landing on Vlasoff Cay. This private charter helicopter ride offers a seamless blend of adventure and luxury, perfect for couples seeking an unforgettable experience. The helicopter ride journey starts from Cairns, sweeping past iconic locations like Green Island and lace like corals before making a graceful landing on the pristine sands of a remote sand cay.

Features & Highlights

Exclusive Helicopter Ride Aerial Adventure:

  • Enjoy a 30-minute helicopter scenic flight showcasing the stunning Great Barrier Reef, including passes over Green Island, Arlington Reef, and Michaelmas Cay.
  • Experience the thrill of taking off and landing on Vlasoff Cay, a dazzling white sand cay in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef off Cairns.

Private Sand Cay Experience:

  • Step out of the helicopter and into the soft white sands of the coral cay paradise; spend 30 minutes on beautiful Vlasoff Cay, soaking in the sun and serenity of your own private slice of the reef.
  • Celebrate the moment with a glass of sparkling wine provided on the cay, enhancing the exclusivity of your helicopter ride and Great Barrier Reef adventure.

Scenic Flight Highlights:

  • Witness the intricate beauty of the reef's coral structures from above, offering a perspective like no other.
  • Your helicopter pilot provides engaging commentary throughout the scenic flight, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of this natural wonder.

Important Information:

  • Vlasoff Cay is a public sand cay; landing is subject to availability and safety conditions such as tide and occupancy by the public. (Boats and other helicopters may be at the cay and if so we do not land)
  • If landing on Vlasoff Cay is not possible, an extended scenic flight over the Outer Great Barrier Reef is provided to ensure your experience remains breathtaking.
  • Please provide contact details for timely communication regarding any changes to your scenic flight due to weather or tide conditions.
  • Flexibility in timing may be requested to accommodate safe landing opportunities or optimal weather conditions.

Preparation and Safety:

  • We require your email and mobile contact details to reach out swiftly if adjustments are necessary.
  • Be aware of seasonal variations that may affect landing possibilities, such as higher public presence during holidays or unfavourable tide during high tides.

Embark on this extraordinary adventure that promises not only a helicopter scenic flight over the iconic Great Barrier Reef but also a privileged landing on a secluded sand cay. Perfect for romantic gestures, special occasions, or simply a luxurious escape from the ordinary, this helicopter and Great Barrier Reef tour combo delivers an unmatched blend of beauty and exclusivity.

See all scenic helicopter rides from Cairns and Port Douglas.

See all helicopter and reef combo package tours.

Read The Tour Specialists Blog for all the things you need to know before you go.

Important Information

Vlasoff Sand Cay Landing Facts - Read this essential information about your Cairns scenic flights booking

A landing at Vlasoff Sand Cay is not always possible.

It is a public area and we can only land when it is unoccupied and when the tides permit a safe landing.

If we can't land, we'll fly-on to discover the beauty of the Outer Reef.

With bubbles in hand, this extended custom tour ticks all the boxes.

Intricate reef details become vast panoramas as we climb to 3,000 feet, with everything captures on your free in-flights video.

Your pilot will discuss this and other options before your flight lifts.

Key to successful helicopter flight landings:

Phone and email contacts: please ensure we have an email address and a mobile phone number so that we can contact you quickly if the need arises.

Flexibility: we sometimes need to move bookings very slightly - usually only by 30-60 minutes. Very occasionally we might recommend a date change. In either case we will contact you first.

School/Public holidays: holidays are a busy time all round. Our helicopter landing success rate dips during these times as the Cay is more likely to be occupied.

Weekends: Whilst we regularly land on weekends, there is a greater risk of Cairns locals being on the Cay during this time - particularly when the sea is very calm.

High tides: we cannot land during very high tides. We will call you to discuss alternative times if your booking happens to coincide with a high tide.

Green season: very occasionally we may need to reduce the time spent on the Sand Cay due to weather conditions that can change quickly.

See all helicopter rides on the Great Barrier Reef.

Tour Languages Offered
  • English
Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time

Departure time confirmed at time of booking

Destinations
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Vlasoff Sand Cay
Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Duration

60 Minutes

Fitness Level Required

Low

Restrictions

Weight variances greater than 10% of that advised at the time of booking may incur additional charges and/or luggage allowances being reduced. Operator reserves the right to refuse travel and charge a 100% cancellation fee.

Weight: Up to 130 Kg / 287 Lb

Additional Information
  • IMPORTANT - GBRMPA permit conditions apply. Sand Cays in the Marine Park are accessible by the public and by other tourism operators. For this reason, exclusive access to Vlassof Cay cannot be guaranteed. Landings are only permitted when the Sand Cay is unoccupied and subject to weather and tides. On the rare occasion that Vlassof Cay is occupied on our arrival, we will extend the scenic flight by 10 mins, get high over the outer Barrier Reef and pop the bubbles on-board ! Conditions applicable to Sand Cay tours detailed here are discussed and confirmed with passengers prior to flight.
  • The operator reserves the right to amend the itinerary and extend the scenic flight component. No refund shall apply.
  • A landing at Vlasoff Sand Cay is not always possible. It is a public area and we can only land when it is unoccupied and when the tides permit a safe landing. If we can't land, we ll fly-on to discover the beauty of the Outer Reef.With bubbles in hand, this extended custom tour ticks all the boxes. Intricate reef details becomevast panoramas as we climb to 3,000 feet, with everything captures on your free in-flights video. Your pilot will discuss this and other options before your flight lifts.

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  • Children 2 years and above are legally required to be seated in their own seat and are therefore required to pay the full ticket price.
  • Children aged 2 years to 13 years must be accompanied by an adult on all flights.
  • Children who have not yet reached their 2nd birthday are classified as infants and may travel free of charge (seated on a parent/guardian’s lap utilising a company provided infant seat belt restraint).
  • Only one (1) infant is permitted to travel in an aircraft.
  • Please notify us at the time if booking advise if passengers are travelling with infants

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.

Operators policy:

  • In order to receive a 100% refund - Zoom Helicopters must be notified a minimum of 48 hours in advance of scheduled departure date/time. 
  • Cancellations notified between 24 and 48 hours in advance of scheduled departure date/time, qualify for a 50% refund. 
  • If booking is cancelled within 24 hours of scheduled departure date/time – no refund will apply.  If passengers are ‘no shows’ for a pick-up or flight, a 100% cancellation fee applies. 

Vlasoff Sand Cay Landing Facts - Read this essential information about your booking

A landing at Vlasoff Sand Cay is not always possible.

It is a public area and we can only land when it is unoccupied and when the tides permit a safe landing.

If we can't land, we'll fly-on to discover the beauty of the Outer Reef.

With bubbles in hand, this extended custom tour ticks all the boxes.

Intricate reef details becomevast panoramas as we climb to 3,000 feet, with everything captures on your free in-flights video.

Your pilot will discuss this and other options before your flight lifts.

Key to successful landings:

Phone and email contacts: please ensure we have an email address you check regularly - and a mobile phone number so that we can contact you quickly if the nedd arises.

Flexibility: we sometimes need to move bookings very slightly - usually only by 30-60 minutes. Very occasionally we might recommend a date change. in either case we will contact you first.

School/Public holidays: holidays are a busy time all round. Our landing success rate dips during these times as the Cay is more likely to be occupied.

Weekends: whilst we regularly land on weekends, there is a greater risk of Cairns locals being on the Cay during this time - particularly when the sea is very calm.

High tides: we cannot land during very high tides. We will call you to discuss alternative times if your booking happens to coincide with a high tide.

Wet season: very occasionally we may need to reduce the time spent on the Sand Cay due to weather conditions that can change quickly.

Helicopter Flights Cairns - 30 Min Flight - Land 30 Min Vlasoff Sand Cay | ZM

Tour Code: 1037

Operated By: Zoom Helicopters

Departing: Cairns

Private Helicopter Flight - Land on Sand Cay

From

au$625.00

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

Child: au$625.00
Family: au$2,500.00

Tour Code: 1037

From

au$625.00

14 yrs & over

2 - 13 yrs

0 - 1 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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