Highlights
- Soar over the Great Barrier Reef and the oldest tropical rainforest on Earth
- Fly over the coastal rainforest clad mountains into the heart of the Barron Gorge National Park
- See the Barron River and the quaint rainforest village of Kuranda from above
- Enjoy entertaining inflight commentary from your experienced local pilot
Description
Take to the skies on a scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef and the oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest on Earth. Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the reef, the coast, and the rainforest as you fly over the Barron Gorge National Park, the Barron River, and the village of Kuranda.
Begin your flight over the Great Barrier Reef and take in the stunning views of the reef from above. Cross back over the coast near Double Island and the resort township of Palm Cove before ascending the coastal rainforest-clad mountains into the heart of the Barron Gorge National Park.
As you emerge from the canopy below, see the Barron River and the quaint rainforest village of Kuranda. Keep an eye out for the tracks of the historical Kuranda Scenic Rail and the gondolas of the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
From the top of the gorge, descend over the 250m rock face of the mighty Barron Falls, which, while impressive year-round, provides an awe-inspiring photo opportunity after heavy green-season rain (Dec-Apr). Follow the Barron River for the next 5km as it snakes its way back down the gorge towards the ocean, providing hydroelectricity to the city of Cairns and thrills for rafters riding on its rapids.
Includes
60 minute scenic flight
Headsets fitted with voice activated microphones
Entertaining inflight commentary from your experienced local pilot
A modern fleet of air-conditioned helicopters
Retail price includes current $65pp fuel surcharge**
Excludes
Accommodation Transfers - Make own way to 2 Pier Point Road Cairns Marina
Important Information
- Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry-on luggage/bag must be advised at the time of booking. The maximum single-seat weight is 130 kg, which includes any carry-on luggage/bags
- Passengers exceeding 130 kg are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of the ticket price – this is payable to the local partner on the day of travel
- A minimum number of passengers is required for this tour to go ahead. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. Window seats are not guaranteed
- 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
- Travel is on a shared basis and not private
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
