
Helicopter Flight & Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Packages | Snorkel Dive | NT
Helicopter Flight & Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Packages | Snorkel Dive | NT
Combine your next Great Barrier Reef tour to Moore Reef Pontoon with a breathtaking scenic helicopter flight by Cairns Helicopter Company. The two companies combine their top of the line products to create an ultimate day experience on the reef. Choose to fly from Cairns to the outer reef platform or return back to Cairns from the outer reef platform. Whilst out on the reef you can choose to upgrade to a 10 minute scenic flight from the pontoon to see all the divers and snorkellers in the water amongst the coral bommies. The Great Barrier Reef is undeniably beautiful from the air, marvel at the magnitude of the reef systems and spot a variety of local marine life in the crystal clear lagoons during the low level scenic flight.
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Helicopter Flight & Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Packages | Snorkel Dive | NT
This is one spectacular Great Barrier Reef tour, a scenic helicopter flight over the reef and a day snorkelling and scuba diving on the reef from Cairns.
Our Great Barrier Reef interactive floating pontoon is located 40km off the coast of Cairns on Moore Reef; a stunning reef system with a diverse range of marine life and spectacular corals.
Please Note: Book Very Early as Only 6 - 7 Helicopter Seats are Allocated Daily
The pontoon is the hub of all the Great Barrier Reef viewing activities including in-water options like snorkelling, Scuba Diving and Seawalker helmet diving and dry options like the semi-submersible submarine (underwater reef viewing boat), glass bottom boat, underwater observatory and even an exciting fish feed by the on-board marine naturalist.
Upgrade to an unforgettable scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef to experience the world’s largest coral reef from a birds-eye perspective, easily a highlight to any Tropical Far North Queensland holiday.
10 Minute Scenic Reef Flight
Cruise to and from the outer reef interactive pontoon on our fast air-conditioned catamaran, departing from the Cairns Marina daily 9.30am and returning at 5.30pm.
Once on-board the friendly Helicopter crew will assist you to set your 10 minute scenic flight departure time and provide a short safety briefing. Once at the pontoon you’ll have time to enjoy all the other in water activities offered as well as your pre-booked scenic helicopter flight.
When your flight time is due a crew member will ferry you over to the helicopter pontoon platform by tender where your experienced pilot will be awaiting and ready to whisk you up into the skies above for an absolutely breathtaking view of the surrounding coral reefs, keep an eye out for turtles, rays, reef sharks and even Minke and Humpback whales in the winter months.
Please note return accommodation transfers not included in the Cruise/Cruise with 10 minute scenic flight
Cruise/Fly
Upgrade your Great Barrier Reef tour to a Cruise/fly package to make your Great Barrier Reef trip one you will never forget. Cruise by boat to the outer reef pontoon on-board our high speed catamaran and then return to Cairns in the afternoon in style on board the Helicopter for a low level scenic flight. Now this is the life!
Departure from Cairns’ Marlin Marina is at 9.30am; enjoy a morning tea or coffee on arrival to the boat and an informative marine and safety presentation whilst cruising out to the reef platform.
The on-board helicopter crew member will seek you out and inform you of your afternoon helicopter departure meeting point, time and also conduct a short safety briefing.
With 3 hours on the outer reef pontoon you’ll be able to experience all the in-water reef viewing activities that are on offer as well as a delicious buffet lunch.
As the day draws to an end and fellow passengers are boarding the catamaran for the return cruise you’ll be ferried with your belongings over to the helicopter platform and embark on your spectacular scenic flight back to Cairns.
Lift up over the reefs and take in the beauty of the coral formations as you head towards the green luscious mountains surrounding Cairns.
Your helicopter flight path takes you over Moore and Sudbury Reefs, Fitzroy Island, Cape Grafton and Cairns City before touching down at General Aviation at 3.20pm. Cairns Helicopters will return passengers to their Cairns or Northern Beaches accommodation.
Fly/Cruise
Depart the helicopter general aviation at 11.30am on an impressive scenic flight over Cairns City and out to the Great Barrier Reef and make your way out the Great Barrier Reef.
Witness the colour variations as you approach the reef systems, the clear shallow waters surrounding the coral reefs are home to a variety of marine life that can be viewed from your helicopter’s windows.
Capture photographic memories as your low level flight travels towards the floating pontoon, as your experienced pilot touches down on the separate helicopter platform crew members will be waiting in the transfer tender to ferry you across for a day of fun reef viewing activities and tropical buffet lunch.
Return on the fast air-conditioned catamaran to Cairns for an ETA of 5.30pm at the Marlin Marina.
Fly/Fly Helicopter To The Outer Reef
Upgrade to fly out out to the reef like a rockstar both ways, this is a perfect option for those with limited time or would rather not travel by boat.
Complimentary return transfers are available from Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodation. Your friendly helicopter staff will assist with a safety briefing and information regarding your day before your flight takes off at 11.25am over Cairns City.
Enjoy approx. 3.5 hours on the Great Barrier Reef, snorkel and join the reef viewing boats for a spectacular close up experience of the corals and marine life, have a delicious tropical lunch with prawns and watch the fish feed led by the marine naturalist.
On-board crew will assist you and your belongings on the ferry transfers between the helicopter platform and pontoon on arrival and departure.
You will then board the helicopter again taking a different route back to Cairns. Arrive back at Cairns General Aviation at 3.20pm.
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Important Information: 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.
Included in Price
Scenic Flight to and/or from Reef - 25 minutes one way
Travel Reef on board the air-conditioned catamaran – Fly/Cruise, Cruise/Fly and Cruise bother ways with a 10 minute scenic flight
Tea and coffee on boarding the vessel and prior to Reef
departure
Informative presentation hosted by a marine naturalist
Approx. 4 hours at the outer reef
Tropical buffet lunch
Guided coral viewing from the semi-submersible vessel and
glass bottom boat
Marine life touch tank experience
Snorkelling equipment and expert instruction
Snorkelling enclosure with rest and view stations
Fully enclosed kids pool
Underwater observatory
Fish feeding presentation
Freshwater showers and change rooms
Full bar facilities (purchased at an additional cost)
New Giant Waterslide and Sun Deck
Return transfers froom Cairns & Northen Beaches accommodation
For Bookings Call Now!
1300 761 612
Optional Extras
Return accommodation transfers from Port Douglas - Min 2 Guests
Certified or introductory scuba diving
Seawalker helmet dive
Guided snorkel safari
Tour Languages Offered
Duration
Fly/Cruise 6 hours (approx)
Cruise/Fly 6 hours (approx)
Fly/Fly 4 hours (approx)
Cruise/Cruise with 10 minute scenic flight 8 hours (approx)
Departure
Fly/Cruise 11:30am
Cruise/Fly 9:30am
Fly/Fly 11:30am
Cruise/Cruise with 10 minute scenic flight 9:30am
Days of Operation
Daily
Departs From
Cairns
Departure Instructions
Please note return accommodation transfers not included in the Cruise/Cruise with 10 minute scenic flight
Pickup From
- Cairns Beaches
- Port Douglas
- Palm Cove
- Cairns
What To Bring
Comfortable clothing, sunscreen, hat, swimmers, towels, your camera
Fitness Level Required
Low - Medium
Child Policies
Children 3 years and above are charged at adult rates. Subject to conditions, children under 3 years of age may travel free of charge when seated on a parents/guardians laps.
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.
Additional Information
Certified Divers, please present your dive card on day of travel
You must be over 12 to Scuba Dive / Seawalker
Destinations
Moore Reef Pontoon/Platform
Weight Restrictions
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.
Eco Certification
Nicholas
This tour suits all ages and swimming abilities. Helicopters do require body weights on booking for safety reasons, please ensure that weights given are as accurate as possible as a variance of over 10% could incur cancellation without a refund.
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Want to know more?2018 - 2019
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Optional Extras for 2018 - 2019
The following optional extras can be purchased at time of booking.
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2019 - 2020
1 Apr 19 - 31 Mar 20Helicopter Flight & Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Packages | Snorkel Dive | Naut | ||||||||
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Cruise To Moore Reef Pontoon Both Ways + 10 minute heli scenic flight Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Fly / Cruise | Moore Reef Pontoon/Platform Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Cruise / Fly | Moore Reef Pontoon/Platform Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Fly / Fly | Moore Reef Pontoon/Platform 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.
Return Port Douglas Accommodation Transfers |
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Sunlover Cruises | Certified Dive |
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Sunlover Cruises | Guided Snorkel Tour |
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Sunlover Cruises | Intro Dive |
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Sunlover Cruises | Seawalker Helmet Dive |
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Information for Disabled Travellers
Wheelchair Access
Good
Caters for Visually Impaired
Yes - see information
Caters for Hearing Impaired
Yes - see information