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1 hour 30 minutes
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An amazing and unforgettable experience.
This is our most popular flight and with great reason! Combining both the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef in one including the world famous Heart Reef!
Departing from the iconic Shute Harbour airport, only 9 mins drive from Airlie Beach main street.
Enjoy the iconic scenery as you soar in our specially designed scenic flight fixed wing aircraft, featuring overhead high wings and large panoramic windows ensuring unobstructed views.
Your pilot will point out land marks to ensure all on board have time to capture that special shot and take in the beauty.
Includes the Whitsunday Islands, Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach, The Great Barrier Reef and Heart Reef!
All passengers are Guaranteed a window seat.
Live commentary during your entire flight.
Fly Australia is committed to sustainability through responsible environmental and cultural practices and actions towards conservation and climate change.
Duration: 60 - 70 mins.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to comfort and weight / balance limits of the aircraft, Maximum passengers weight is 130KG
Flight time is an estimate and dependent on weather, wind, cloud, other air traffic, air traffic control. The flight time may vary slightly as a result.
Due to comfort and weight and balance, our aircraft seats have a weight limit of 130KG and we will need to weight every passenger during the check-in process, if you are over weight at the time we are unable to take you on as a passenger on the scenic flight, and no refunds will be provided. If you are close to our aircraft seat limit of 130KG please weight yourself a few days before the flight. If you determine that you are unfit to go on the scenic flight and notify us before 24 hours of the scenic flight departure time we will be able to provide a change a date or refund.
We will try our best at accommodating passengers seating requests, however, passengers within the same booking group may not be seated together due to weight and balances of the aircraft to ensure the safety of flight operation.
This activity is a weather dependent activity.
You will receive a confirmation email after your booking. Please note a confirmation email is a notification that we have received your booking but it can be subject to change due to weather, weight and balance of our aircraft, minimum passenger requirements and opeartional requirements.
Please provide us with accurate contact information
Passengers with medical conditions that may be affected by flight should consult a doctor before booking and inform us.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Courtest bus pick up and drop off service available on request from 2 locations in Airlie Beach
Landing and facility fees
Airport/Departure Tax
Live commentary on board
Airlie Beach
Arriving at the Fly Australia Passenger lounge you will be met by your local experienced pilot who will fill you in on the tour ahead. We will board the aircraft and take off for our tour over the beautiful Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef. Remember to bring your camera, there will be unlimited photo opportunities!
Whitsunday Islands
The Whitsundays Scenic Flight takes you over some of Australia's most iconic and beautiful landscapes including the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef & breathtaking islands of the Whitsundays. You will enjoy panoramic sights from the comfort of our seat in our specially designed scenic flight aircraft. This is a must do!
Pickup included
703 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jillian H,
Oct 18, 2025
- Viator
I’m not a big fan of small planes , but it was better than I thought , the scenery was just fantastic.well worth getting over my fear . The pilot I give 5 stars for a great smooth ride , commentary and the landing was so smooth .
Karen O,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
Having been a bit nervous before the flight as we had never been on a small plane, this disappeared after the safety briefing and once were seated in the flight. We were fortunate to be seated behind the pilot so had a fantastic view. Words cannot do the Great Barrier Reef justice, it was simply amazing. Our pilot was friendly and informative and put everyone at ease. If you are thinking about doing it, don’t second think it and just do it. I’d recommend it to everyone.
Rudiger D,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
Well organized, highly recommended, lasting impressions. If you’re in Airlie Beach, a flight like this is a ‘must’.
Joanne H,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
Really well run excursion, no hanging about. Picked up at the port and taken to the airfield. Brief safety chat then up on the air. The pilot was great, gave plenty of info on what was below. Smooth landing and the driver in hand to take us straight back to the port
Yujuan W,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
amazing flight experience. The staff is friendly and very welcoming. Captain David is amazing. The entire experience is very enjoyable. they made sure everyone got a nice spot and saw the "heart" coral. took 100 incredible photos.
Operated by Fly Australia Charter Pty Ltd