Ultimate Great Barrier Reef and Rainforest 45-minute Helicopter Tour
Overview
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45 minutes
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Fly high over the Barron Gorge and stunning rainforest canopies before heading over magnificent sights such as the Great Barrier Reef, it's spectacular islands and sand cays. This 45-minute helicopter flight allows one to see the 'best of both worlds', as it showcases the highlights of heritage rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Weight Policy: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry-on luggage MUST be advised at time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an addition 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 - this is non-commissonable and payable to Nautilus Aviation on day of travel.
Child Policy: 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 - please contact reservations.
All product requires a minimum number of passengers to proceed. Our Reservations team will reach out to confirm availability within the shortest possible time after we receive your order. For instant confirmation please call the team on 07 4034 9000.
We recommend you are checked in 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Check-in will close 30 minutes before departure and you will not be able to check in after this time. Failure to adhere to check-in times, may result in you missing your flight and forfeiting the fare paid.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
45-minute helicopter flight
Informative commentary during the flight
Food and drinks
Pick up and drop off from Cairns and Northern Beaches hotels
What To Expect
Nautilus Aviation
We recommend you are checked in 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Check-in will close 30 minutes before departure and you will not be able to check in after this time. Failure to adhere to check-in times, may result in you missing your flight and forfeiting the fare paid. You'll then board the helicopter for your scenic flight.
Barron Gorge National Park
Enjoy views of Barron Gorge National Park & Falls
Options
Option 1
Reviews
57 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour!
Mary M,
Apr 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great view of the great barrier reef, waterfall, and rainforest! The pilot and ground crew are awesome!
Great great great!
Stephen W,
Feb 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Seamless booking procedure from the start. Easy to check in at Cairns. Pilot John was great and accommodating. We only did the reef as we’d had a trip to the rain forest in the morning. Highly recommend. Good partnership between Viator and Nautilus. Thank you
Soaring Above the Dream
Irina M,
Dec 27, 2024
- Viator
5.00The experience was truly unforgettable! We were lucky with the weather, which made the views of the Great Barrier Reef even more spectacular. Seeing this vast and awe-inspiring natural wonder from above gave me a real appreciation of its size and beauty. Including the rainforest in the flight was a fantastic addition—we had the chance to see stunning waterfalls and lush greenery from a unique perspective. The organization was excellent; everything ran on time without any issues. With six seats in the helicopter, the person in the middle doesn’t have a window seat, limiting their view. For the same price, it felt unfair to not fully enjoy the experience. Fortunately, I wasn’t seated in the middle, but I can imagine it being disappointing for those who were. Overall, it was an incredible adventure, but the seating arrangement could be improved to ensure everyone has an equal opportunity to take in the breathtaking scenery.
Amazing Helicopter Experience
Deborah Y,
Jun 6, 2024
- Viator
5.00What a wonderful adventure the helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef and Barron falls was amazing Thankyou
Lovely views!
Jess S,
May 30, 2024
- Viator
5.00Great way to see the Great Barrier Reef from the air and the water falls too! Well organised and easy to get to meeting point.
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