Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight with Snorkeling & Island Picnic

back to: Whitsunday Islands Queensland Australia



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Duration:
Location: Great Barrier Reef, Australia | Great Barrier Reef, Australia


Category: Air, Balloon & Helic

Highlights:
Aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef's underwater world
Luxurious helicopter with a attentive, experienced pilot
Chance to touch down on Vlassoff Cay—an idyllic sand island
Delicious gourmet picnic lunch & a bottle of sparkling wine
Leisure time on the cay to snorkel, beachcomb, swim & take a break

Inclusions:
60-minute guided helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef
2 hours of beach time on Vlassoff Cay
Snorkeling equipment, beach umbrella, picnic blanket, and cushions
Lunch, beer, and sparkling wine
Roundtrip transportation to and from your Cairns hotel
Live tour commentary provided in English or Chinese
Headset for commentary

Description:

Sipping bubbly on a sandy isle, flying high over one of the world's natural wonders—this helicopter tour from Cairns is a dream sightseeing escape. Take off to fly above the coral clusters and turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef, and land on a serene cay for a picnic right out of a postcard.

Take off in Cairns, rising up over the coastal cityscape and cruising out over the open waters of the Coral Sea. As you approach the shimmering turquoise expanse of the Great Barrier Reef, your attentive and experienced pilot shares interesting facts and answers any questions you might have. Watch for sea turtles and manta rays drifting in the shallows, and take in the delicate majesty of this huge ecosystem—the Great Barrier Reef is the only living thing on earth that's visible from outer space.

Touch down on the pristine sands of Vlassoff Cay. This tiny islet is actually made of sun-bleached shells, ground superfine and deposited on the reef by shifting ocean currents. Dig your toes in and enjoy a full 2 hours of leisure time on this otherworldly ocean outpost, diving into the unclouded waters for an unforgettable opportunity to snorkel next to the colorful corals and vibrant marine life of the Great Barrier Reef.

This might just be the most hidden and idyllic picnic location in the world, so take advantage of it! Pop open a bottle of sparkling wine or sip a beer as you lounge under a beach umbrella and nibble on a gourmet lunch. Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end. But, on the bright side, your return flight to Cairns offers even more spectacular views of this incredible underwater world.



Cancellation Policy: 4 days
Know before you book: Children 3 and younger are complimentary., At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place., In the unlikely event that the sand cay is occupied upon arrival, you will enjoy an extended flight to an exclusive beach location instead., You will receive confirmation of your exact flight departure time when you call to confirm your reservation.

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