1hour Scenic Flight Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, GBR
Overview
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1 hour
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Enjoy a 60 minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef, including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet!
See the Whitsundays from above with a stunning Whitsunday 60 minute scenic flight over the islands and Great Barrier Reef, including famous Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach.
Enjoy a bird’s eye view of many of the 74 Whitsunday Islands, fly over Whitehaven Beach and picture postcard Hill Inlet before heading out to the Great Barrier Reef and experiencing one of the most photographed reef locations, Heart Reef. The comfortable fixed wing aircraft offers big window viewing, pilot commentary and the best views of the Whitsundays!
Ocean Rafting’s scenic flights depart from Whitsunday Airport, located at 12 Air Whitsunday Drive, Flame Tree, between the popular tourist destinations of Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands and just 8 minutes drive from the main street of Airlie Beach.
Departs daily at 7am, 8.30am, 10.00am, 11.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Maximum weight - 125kg per person
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Heart Reef
Fly over world famous Heart Reef
View Heart Reef from the Sky
What‘s Included
Views of Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Hill Inlet, Heart Reef and Great Barrier Reef
Courtesy bus transfers
Pilot commentary
All Fees and Taxes
60 minute reef and island scenic flight
Air-conditioned vehicle
Air-conditioned airport lounge
Free parking at Airport
Secure lockers
Guaranteed window seats with big window viewing
This tour does not pick up or depart from Hamilton Island. You can join this tour from Airlie Beach.
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60 Minute Scenic Flight
Pickup included
Reviews
134 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
AudreyVanhee,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very nice experience 1 hour flight over the Great Barrier Reef I was a bit sick in flight but it’s worth it! Our flight was initially cancelled due to bad weather and the team took the time to reschedule us another day
Breathtaking views,...
OanaAndreea J,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Breathtaking views, fantastic flight (Sam was such a good pilot and guide) and a seamless experience beginning to end. So happy we decided to do this just before leaving the area.
Air tour of Grest barrier reef
Khaled A,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour can’t recommend it enough, the guide /pilot was so informative n knowledgeable Which made the tour even better
Great experience with good photo opportunities
Chau L,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour is the best you can get to see the great barrier reef from the air. Lots of photo opportunities, every photo you take from above is perfect.
Leaves you speechless
Jennifer B,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a sensational experience. Just amazing. We were fortunate to be blessed with a sensational day. The pilot was knowledgeable and informative. Be aware that if you have any mobility issues or you are physically big, the planes are small and space is tight. It is what it is and that is what allows you to have the experience. If there was a spare seat on a flight after ours I would’ve done it again in a heartbeat.
A great experience and a...
malcolm b,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A great experience and a fantastic way to see the Great Barrier Reef. All round very satisfying experience
Fantastic
Elaine H,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic experience . Professional and expert commentary during the flight . Would thoroughly recommend as it was an incredible experience . Well organised and a great trip to remember .
Team was pleasant and...
Sophia U,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Team was pleasant and very knowledgeable of the reef and surrounding areas we flew over. Though we did not use the provided transportation they very accomdating of us and the cruise's timing. Was a pleasant smooth hour flight and would fly with them again.
Bad Communication
David G,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00They were not clear on meeting time and we missed the bus. No refund was issued. We have no idea of the flight itself.
A great way to view the Great Barrier Reef
Garrad W,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A great way to view the reef. The pick up and drop off was seamless. Pilot was friendly and funny. I highly recommend it.
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