
Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight | Quicksilver Pontoon | Port Douglas | NT-QS
Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight | Quicksilver Pontoon | Port Douglas | NT-QS
From Port Douglas imagine travelling to the Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Platform, Your helicopter flying low over pure white sand cays and viewing the amazing kaleidoscope of colours which make the Great Barrier Reef, amazing! Flying low over the reef, your helicopter pilot will show you the wonders that live beneath the reef. Landing at Agincourt Reef, on the very edge of the Great Barrier Reef, join the Quicksilver Vessel and floating platform for a day of activities. Quicksilver has facilities for both swimmers and non-swimmers to enjoy the stunning reef world. Explore the Great Barrier Reef snorkeling, from a semi submersible or from the under water observatory
Tour Code: 642
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Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight | Quicksilver Pontoon | Port Douglas | NT-QS
Book Your Helicopter Flight and Great Barrier Reef Tour from Port Douglas Early As Only 7 Helicopter Seats Allocated Daily
Helicopter scenic flights to and from the Quicksilver platform depart from Port Douglas daily however you can still enjoy the Quicksilver platform helicopter scenic flights if you are staying in Cairns; it just means the first leg of your day trip will be an air-conditioned coach transfer (optional extra)along the Great Barrier Reef Drive, not a bad way to start your day with stunning views of the Coral Sea.
Port Douglas Helicopter Flights - Fly and Fly To The Great Barrier Reef
Travelling to and from the amazing Agincourt Ribbon reef on Australia's continental shelf by helicopter is simply spectacular.
Traveling to the Quicksilver Outer Reef Platform, experience a scenic Helicopter flight over the lush, tropical Daintree Rainforest, flying over pure white sand cays and viewing the amazing kaleidoscope of colours which make the Great Barrier Reef.
Flying low over the reef, the pilot will show you the wonders that live beneath the sea.
Your helicopter landing is at Agincourt Reef, on the very edge of the Great Barrier Reef, join the Quicksilver Vessel and floating platform for a day of activities.
Quicksilver has facilities for both swimmers and non-swimmers to enjoy the stunning reef world.
Explore the reef snorkeling and scuba diving, riding around in a semi submersible submarine or viewing all the activity from the under water observatory on the floating pontoon.
Enjoying a delicious hot and cold buffet lunch at your leisure either onboard the air-conditioned Quicksilver Vessel or on the open air platform on to the picturesque waters of the Great Barrier Reef.
Re-board your Helicopter for a 35 minute return flight over the Great Barrier Reef back to Port Douglas.
Port Douglas Helicopter Flights - Fly & Cruise
Flying low over the reef, the pilot will show you the wonders that live beneath the sea.
Landing at Agincourt Reef, on the very edge of the Great Barrier Reef, join the Quicksilver Vessel and floating platform for a day of activities.
Quicksilver has facilities for both swimmers and non-swimmers to enjoy the stunning reef world.
Explore the reef snorkeling, from a semi submersible submarine or from the under water observatory.
Relax as you return to Port Douglas aboard the Wavepiercer Catamaran as you reflect on the magnificence of nature’s finest creation, the Agincourt Ribbon reef on Australia's Continental shelf.
Port Douglas Great Barrier Reef Tour & Helicopter Flight
Cruise to Agincourt Reef on Quicksilver's Wavepiercing Catamaran to the multi level floating Platform at Agincourt Reef, on the very outer edge of the continental shelf.
Quicksilver has facilities for both swimmers and non-swimmers to experience this stunning reef world.
Explore the reef snorkeling, from a semi submersible or through the Underwater Observatory.
Enjoy a hot and cold buffet lunch and relax.
Within the Cruise/Fly option you can try an Introductory Scuba Dive, Certified Dive or Ocean Walker.
For your trip home experience a scenic helicopter flight over pure white sand cays and see the amazing kaleidoscope of colours that is the Great Barrier Reef.
The helicopter pilot will show you the wonders that live beneath the sea, search for sea turtles; manta rays and dugong, and then fly over the lush, tropical Daintree Rainforest before returning to the vibrant village of Port Douglas.
This is one amazing Great Barrier Reef tour
See more Cairns and Port Douglas helicopter scenic flight options
Included in Price
Port Douglas Helicopter Fly/Cruise:
- Spectacular 35 minute helicopter scenic flight to Agincourt Reef
- Hot & cold buffet lunch
- Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins) and instruction
- Qualified lifeguard supervision
- Buoyancy vests, floatation noodles & lycra suits
- Coral viewing by semi-submersible vessel
- Underwater observatory
- Fish feeding presentation
- Afternoon tea
- Air-conditioned catamaran cruise to Port Douglas
- No Scuba Diving permitted with this option
Port Douglas Helicopter Cruise/Fly:
- Air-conditioned catamaran cruise to Agincourt Reef
- Morning Tea
- Marine biologist presentation
- Hot & cold buffet lunch
- Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins) and instruction
- Qualified lifeguard supervision
- Buoyancy vests, floatation noodles & lycra suits
- Coral viewing by semi-submersible vessel
- Underwater observatory
- Fish feeding presentation| Spectacular 35 minute scenic flight to Port Douglas
- Scuba diving optional extra
Port Douglas Helicopter Fly/Fly:
- Spectacular helicopter scenic flight to and from Agincourt Reef (35 minutes each way)
- Hot & cold buffet lunch
- Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins) and instruction
- Qualified lifeguard supervision
- Buoyancy vests, floatation noodles & lycra suits
- Coral viewing by semi-submersible vessel
- Underwater observatory
- Fish feeding presentation
- No Scuba Diving permitted with this option
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Optional Extras
Adventure Snorkel Tour | Advanced
Adventure Snorkel Tour | Introductory
Scuba diving (Cruise/Fly only)
Ocean Walker or Helmet Diving (Cruise/Fly)
Return accommodation transfers
Duration
Fly/Cruise: 5.5 hours (approx.)
Cruise/Fly: 5.5 hours (approx.)
Fly/Fly: 4.5 hours (approx.)
Departure
Cruise/Fly: departs Port Douglas Marina 10:00am - departs pontoon/platform 2:45pm
Fly/Cruise: departs Port Douglas 11:10am - departs pontoon/platform 3pm - returns to Port Douglas Marina 4:30pm
Fly/Fly: departs Port Douglas 11:10am - departs pontoon/platform 2:45pm
Days of Operation
Daily
Departs From
Port Douglas
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.
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
Tours and aircraft substitutions are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability.
Additional Information
Certified Divers, please present your dive card on day of travel
You must be over 12 to Scuba Dive / Seawalker
Destinations
Outer Barrier Reef - Agincourt Ribbon 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
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The Agincourt Ribbon Reefs are the furthest point that you can travel to on a day tour right next to the edge of the continental shelf. How special is that! Get your trigger finger ready for pictures of a lifetime.
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Want to know more?2020 - 2021
1 Apr 20 - 31 Mar 21Fly to Outer Reef & Cruise Return | Departs Port Douglas 11:10am - Departs Pontoon 3:00pm | QSFC Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Cruise to Outer Reef & Fly Return | Departs Port Douglas 10:00am - Departs Pontoon 2:45pm | QSCF Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Fly to Outer Reef & Fly Return | Departs Port Douglas 11:10am - Departs Pontoon 2:45pm | QSFF 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.
Quicksilver | Adventure Snorkel Tour | Advanced |
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Quicksilver | Adventure Snorkel Tour | Introductory |
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Quicksilver | Cairns & Northern Beaches Transfers |
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Quicksilver | Certified Scuba Diving | 1 Dive Incl Gear |
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Quicksilver | Introductory Scuba Diving | 1 Dive Incl Gear |
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Quicksilver | Ocean Walker or Helmet Diving |
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Quicksilver | Port Douglas Transfers |
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2021 - 2022
1 Apr 21 - 31 Mar 22Fly to Outer Reef & Cruise Return | Departs Port Douglas 11:10am - Departs Pontoon 3:00pm | QSFC Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Cruise to Outer Reef & Fly Return | Departs Port Douglas 10:00am - Departs Pontoon 2:45pm | QSCF Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Fly to Outer Reef & Fly Return | Departs Port Douglas 11:10am - Departs Pontoon 2:45pm | QSFF Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Optional Extras for 2021 - 2022
The following optional extras can be purchased at time of booking.
Quicksilver | Adventure Snorkel Tour | Advanced |
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Quicksilver | Adventure Snorkel Tour | Introductory |
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Quicksilver | Cairns & Northern Beaches Transfers |
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Quicksilver | Certified Scuba Diving | 1 Dive Incl Gear |
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Quicksilver | Introductory Scuba Diving | 1 Dive Incl Gear |
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Quicksilver | Ocean Walker or Helmet Diving |
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Quicksilver | Port Douglas Transfers |
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