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Great Barrier Reef 30-Minute Scenic Helicopter Tour from Cairns
Experience the sheer size and beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and gain a true appreciation of one of the seven natural wonders of the world. This flight includes views of beautiful Green Island and Fitzroy Island and on low…
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About This Activity
Experience the sheer size and beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and gain a true appreciation of one of the seven natural wonders of the world. This flight includes views of beautiful Green Island and Fitzroy Island and on low tide, Vlasoff Sand Cay and Upolu Sand Cay. Sightings of manta rays, turtles and other marine life are not uncommon. If you're flying with us in the winter months, there is even a chance of spotting whales!
✓ What's Included
- ✓ Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- ✓ Scenic Helicopter Flight
- ✓ Fuel surcharge
- ✓ Informative commentary during the flight
✗ Not Included
- ✗ Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns & Beaches hotels
- ✗ Nautilus Aviation scenic flights are on a shared basis (not private)
Departure & Return
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Additional Information
- 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 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 - this is non-commissionable and payable to Nautilus Aviation on day of travel.
- Infants 2 years and under travel free of charge when seated in the lap of a guardian
- 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.
- 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.
- Tour and aircraft substitutions are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air traffic control and availability
- Refunds: Cancellation notice of 48 hours 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.
- Nautilus Aviation scenic flights are on a shared basis (not private)
- all 30, 45 & 60 minute Scenic Flight bookings up to 6 passengers (1 Helicopter) will continue to depart from the Pier Heliport while all bookings for 7+ passengers. (2+ Helicopters) will now depart from our General Aviation Airport location.
- Nautilus Aviation reserves the right to increase pricing or add surcharges where applicable
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