Cairns Helicopter Flights | Green Island & Outer Barrier Reef | NT-GA
Cairns Helicopter Flights | Green Island & Outer Barrier Reef | NT-GA
For the ultimate Great Barrier Reef tour from Cairns combine a reef trip to Green Island, a scenic helicopter flight to an Activity Platform at Norman Reef on the outer Great Barrier Reef and an unforgettable helicopter flight back to Cairns, or choose from our other helicopter scenic flight package options. We offer a variety of Great Barrier Reef and scenic helicopter flight packages that allow guests to fly over many picturesque coral reef systems, coral, sand cays and Islands witnessing some of the most beautiful natural wonders in the world. Flying at a low level of 500 feet you will also experience a visual delight of turtles, manta rays, large fish and harmless reef sharks.
Tour Code: 639
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Cairns Helicopter Flights | Green Island & Outer Barrier Reef | NT-GA
Choose one of our Great Barrier Reef tours from Cairns and a scenic helicopter flight combo package deal to ensure you see this world heritage icon in all its forms from all angles and dont' miss a thing!
Our helicopters fly to the Great Barrier Reef everyday from Cairns all year round showing our guests the reef from our low level scenic flights so they may see all the coral formations and even see the marine life down below.
Things become especially exciting with the whale watching season from July to September as we see humpback whales breaching from the waters and dwarf minke whales on their annual migration to the safe waters of Australia's Great Barrier Reef.
Please note that all helicopter passenger departure numbers are capped at 6- 7 persons only - seats need to be booked very early due to very high demand - please enquire for group bookings in advance
Cairns Scenic Helicopter Flights and Great Barrier Reef Tour Options
Tour 1..
Boat Cruise to Green Island - Boat Cruise to Floating Pontoon on the Great Barrier Reef and Scenic Helicopter Flight Back to Cairns
- 7.00 - 7.30am Courtesy accommodation transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches to Cairns Marlin Marina
- 8.30am High speed catamaran will ferry you over to Green Island with an arrival time of 9:15am.
- Spend 2 hours exploring or snorkeling Green Island
- 11:15am High speed catamaran transfer will take you to the outer Great Barrier Reef interactive pontoon for 2.45 hours of reef viewing fun
- 3.15pm Spectacular 25 minute scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef returning you to Cairns city
- 3.40pm Arrive at Cairns Heliport and take the complimentary vehicle transfers back to your holiday accommodation
Tour 2..
Cairns Scenic Helicopter Flight to Green Island - Boat Cruise to Floating Pontoon on Great Barrier Reef - Boat Cruise to Cairns
- 9.00-9.30am Courtesy accommodation transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches to Helicopter pad
- 10.00am Scenic helicopter departs Cairns for Green Island
- 10.20am Helicopter lands at Green Island
- 11.30am High speed catamaran departs Green Island heading to the outer Great Barrier Reef interactive platform
- 12.30pm Arriveat the Great Barrier Reef platform
- 3.30pm High speed catamaran departs the reef to head back to Cairns city
- 5.30pm Arrive in Cairns and board coaches for transfers backto your holiday accommodation
Tour 3..
Boat Cruise to Green Island - Scenic Helicopter Flight to Great Barrier Reef Pontoon - Boat Cruise to Cairns
- 7.00 - 7:30am Courtesy coach transfers from your Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodation to the Cairns Marlin Marina
- 8:30am Depart Cairns on a high speed catamran to Green Island
- 9.15am Arrive at Green Island
- 12.30pm Take a spectacular scenic helicopter flight from Green Island to the outer Great Barrier Reef interactive pontoon
- 12.55pm Arrive at the floating pontoon
- 3.30pm High speed catamaran departs for the journey back to Cairns
- 5.30pm Arrive in Cairns and board the coach for return journey to your holiday accommodation
Green Island Activities
- Snorkeling equipment provided to exlpore the fringing reef corals
- Take a scenic walk around Green Island
- Upgrade to the optional extra in-water activities on Green Island if time premitted
- Upgrade to explore Marineland Melanesia
- Dine in the restaurants, go shopping
Great Barrier Reef Tour Pontoon Activities
- Ride around the reef in a semi-submersible submarine on a coral viewing tour
- Snorkeling equipment and flotation devices
- Underwater observatroy for fish and coral viewing
- Hot and cold buffet lunch
- Marine Eco Great Barrier Reef presentation
- Upgrade to optional extras time permitted on the reef tour
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Included in Price
Helicopter Fly/Cruise and Cruise/Fly Options
1.) Boat Tour to Green Island, Cruise to Outer Reef Helicopter Flight Return:
08.30 - 15.30
- Air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise to Green Island & activity platform on the Great Barrier Reef
- Morning tea
- 2x hours on Green Island including use of Island swimming pool
- Reef presentation & snorkelling demonstration
- Hot and cold buffet lunch including prawns
- Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour with commentary
- Underwater Observatory & Eco Reef Talk
- Snorkeling equipment provided at Green Island and activity platform (fins, mask & snorkel)
- Use of buoyancy vest and lycra suit at the platform
- Spectacular 25 minute helicopter scenic flight return to Cairns
- Pick up and drop off from Cairns & Northern Beaches accommodation.
2.) Helicopter Flight to Green Island, Cruise to Outer Reef & Cruise Return:
10.00 - 17.30
- Spectacular 20-25 minute helicopter scenic flight to Green Island
- 1x hour on Green Island including use of Island swimming pool & day facilities
- Air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise to Great Barrier Reef activity platform
- Morning Tea
- Reef presentation & snorkelling demonstration
- Hot and cold buffet lunch including prawns
- Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour with commentary
- Underwater Observatory & Eco Reef Talk
- Snorkeling equipment at Green Island and activity platform (fins, mask & snorkel)
- Use of buoyancy vest and lycra suit at the platform
- Afternoon tea
- Air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise to Cairns
- Pick up and drop off from Cairns & Northern Beaches accommodation
Transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches (up to and including Palm Cove) are included for travel date up to 31/03/2020 - ***If you are travelling from 01/04/2020 please note return transfers are an extra***
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Optional Extras
Scuba Diving (Cruise/Fly only)
Scuba Doo (Cruise/Fly only)
Boat Snorkel Trip
Return accommodation transfers from Port Douglas - Min 2 Guests
Duration
Cruise to Green Island, Cruise to Outer Reef & Fly Return: 7 hours (approx.)
Fly to Green Island, Cruise to Outer Reef & Cruise Return: 7.5 hours (approx.)
Departure
Cruise to Green Island, Cruise to Outer Reef & Fly Return: departs Cairns at 8:30am returns Cairns 3:30pm
Fly to Green Island, Cruise to Outer Reef & Cruise Return: departs Cairns at 10:00am returns Cairns 5:30pm
Days of Operation
Daily
Departs From
Cairns
Pickup From
- Cairns Beaches
- Port Douglas
- Palm Cove
- Cairns
What To Bring
Hat, sunglasses, sun cream, swimmers, money for snacks & souvenirs
Fitness Level Required
Medium
Child Policies
Children 3 years and above are legally required to be seated in their own seat and are therefore required to pay the full ticket price. Subject to conditions, children under 3 years may travel free of charge when seated on a parents/guardians lap. For bookings of more than one infant (under 3 years), conditions apply.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be in writing. Please note that all cancellations will incur an administration fee. Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Operators Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation notice of 48hours is required for a full refund claim and 24-48 hours, for a 50% refund claim. No refund applies if booking is cancelled inside 24 hours.
Weights of individual passengers and accompanying carryon luggage (max 5 kg) MUST be advised at time of booking. A weight variance greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single seat payload of 130kg.
Transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches (up to and including Palm Cove) are included for travel date up to 31/03/2020 - ***If you are travelling from 01/04/2020 please note return transfers are an extra***
Additional Information
Certified Divers, please present your dive card on day of travel
You must be over 12 to Scuba Dive
Destinations
Green Island & Outer Great Barrier Reef Pontoon at Norman Reef
Weight Restrictions
Individual passenger weights and accompanying carryon luggage MUST be advised at the time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single seat payload of 130KG. For passenger comfort and aircraft weight and balance, passengers exceeding 130KG are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of ticket price
Yvette
This is an awesome way to visit two very different locations in one day. An Island and an Outer Great Barrier Reef location. To experience the beauty under the water and then to soar above the majestic Great Barrier Reef is the most spectacular way to explore Australia's Natural Wonder of the World.
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2019 - 2020
31 Mar 19 - 31 Mar 20| Cruise to Green Island & Outer Reef Platform, Fly Return | Departs Cairns 8:30am - Departs Pontoon 3:15pm| GACCF Check My Price | Check My Price |
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| Fly Green Island, Cruise Outer Reef Platform & Return | Departs Cairns 10:00am - Departs Pontoon 3:15pm | GAFCC Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Optional Extras for 2019 - 2020
The following optional extras can be purchased at time of booking.
| Great Adventures Outer Reef | Scuba Doo |
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| Great Adventures | Boat Snorkel Trip |
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| Great Adventures | Cairns Return Transfers |
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| Great Adventures | Certified Scuba Diving | 1 Dive (Cruise/Fly only) |
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| Great Adventures | Guided Outer Barrier Reef Snorkel Tour |
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| Great Adventures | Introductory Scuba Diving | 1 Dive (Cruise/Fly only) |
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| Great Adventures | Northern Beaches Return Transfers |
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| Return Port Douglas Accommodation Transfers Minimum 2 Guests |
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2020 - 2021
1 Apr 20 - 31 Mar 21| Cruise to Green Island & Outer Reef Platform, Fly Return | Departs Cairns 8:30am - Departs Pontoon 3:15pm| GACCF Check My Price | Check My Price |
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| Fly Green Island, Cruise Outer Reef Platform & Return | Departs Cairns 10:00am - Departs Pontoon 3:15pm | GAFCC Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Optional Extras for 2020 - 2021
The following optional extras can be purchased at time of booking.
| Great Adventures | Boat Snorkel Trip |
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| Great Adventures | Cairns Return Transfers |
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| Great Adventures | Certified Scuba Diving | 1 Dive (Cruise/Fly only) |
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| Great Adventures | Guided Outer Barrier Reef Snorkel Tour |
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| Great Adventures | Introductory Scuba Diving | 1 Dive (Cruise/Fly only) |
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| Great Adventures | Northern Beaches Return Transfers |
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| Return Port Douglas Accommodation Transfers Minimum 2 Guests |
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