1-Hour Whitsunday Islands and Heart Reef Scenic Flight

From AUD 299

4.77

615 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

Chinese

Cantonese

English

Italian

Turkish

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.

Additional Info

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bus pick up and drop off service available on request from 2 locations in Airlie Beach

Bottled water

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Landing and facility fees

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Airport/Departure Tax

Live commentary on board

Options

1-Hour Whitsunday Islands and Heart Reef Scenic Flight

Pickup included

Reviews

4.77

615 reviews on TripAdvisor

553

A must do experience!
Sam W,
Mar 19, 2025
5.00
An absolute bucket list moment! Seeing the reef from above was breathtaking - a must do activity if visiting Airlie beach!
Fly like a bird
Victoria V,
Mar 18, 2025
5.00
This is a great shore excursion when in Airlie Beach. However I had to ride a tender to get to the wharf. I almost missed my flight with only 5 minutes to spare since my tender boat got lost and I had to grab a taxi to get to the airport. So allow lots of time. The view from the air was an awesome experience. The pilot made sure we all had enough photo ops for the Great Barrier Reef! 5 stars all the way’
Fantastic flight with...
Janice F,
Mar 14, 2025
5.00
Fantastic flight with amazing views of the GreatBarrierReef. Loved seeing the heart reef and the Whitsunday Islands.
Alex was a great pilot...
Maite W,
Mar 12, 2025
5.00
Alex was a great pilot who gave us lots of info regarding the islands we flew over, he made us feel safe and comfortable throughout the flight. amazing views!!
If you can only do one thing while visiting Airlie, do this!
jenniferjscoggins,
Mar 10, 2025
5.00
While visiting Queensland via cruise-ship, I’ve learned there are many compelling benefits of opting for a charter service to explore Australia’s beautiful islands while in port. If you can only do one thing on your visit to Australia, do this! So why should you do a flyover with Fly Australia Charters while in Airlie? First and foremost is time efficiency. Like many other cruise lines over the past couple of years, NCL has reduced time in port in an effort to reduce costs. Chartering a flight can significantly reduce travel time after arrival at a port, which means more time at your desired destination. Fly Australia will pick you up in an air conditioned transport van either at the port or in town. I recommend the in town pickup to avoid the excursion chaos at the port. Relative to cruise sponsored excursions, chartering an aircraft is more flexible and substantially less expensive. Charter services allow you to choose your departure time and destination. In Australia this means you can visit multiple locations in a single day, maximizing your time and experiences. In my opinion, Australia’s most breathtaking islands are remote, off the beaten path, and generally not accessible within most port time frames by bus or boat. With Fly Australian Charters you can reach remote areas like the Whitsundays, or the picturesque Great Barrier Reef without the hassle of long, hot boat rides that make those of us prone to motion sickness🤮. This opens up a world of exploration without the distractions of a gazillion other passengers allowing you to discover hidden gems that most travelers miss. The most surprising lesser-known benefit of chartering a plane is the breathtaking aerial views you’ll experience during your flights over the Australian coast. My pilot was extremely knowledgeable about the ecosystem and enthusiastic about demonstrating his skillset to create memorable photo opportunities. Thank you so much to the team at Fly Australia Charters! I’ve already passed along your contact information and advised my friends on the next itinerary to book with you. I hope to fly with you again at some point in the future!