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Great Barrier Reef One-Way Helicopter Flight, Pontoon Tour & Return Cruise

Fly in a helicopter to the Outer Great Barrier Reef, snorkel colourful coral gardens, enjoy reef activities, a buffet lunch, and cruise back to Cairns.
Great Barrier Reef One-Way Helicopter Flight, Pontoon Tour & Return Cruise

Highlights

  • Snorkel among coral and marine life

  • Fly over coral cays and turquoise lagoons

  • Explore the reef by glass-bottom boat

  • See marine life on a semi-sub tour

  • Relax in the ocean pool or on the sundeck

  • Cruise back to Cairns with sea views

Begin your Great Barrier Reef adventure with an unforgettable scenic helicopter flight from Cairns to Moore Reef. Marvel at the beauty of the largest reef system in the world, as you soar above the turquoise lagoons and coral cays. Touch down on the floating pontoon, which is anchored in the middle of coral gardens and crystal-clear waters. Get ready for a day of exploration and relaxation, with around four hours to enjoy the included reef activities.

Whether you want to snorkel among colourful fish and coral, or glide across the water on a glass-bottom and semi-submersible boat tour, every moment offers a new perspective of this underwater paradise. You'll also get to enjoy the underwater observatory, cool off in the ocean pool, zip down the waterslide, and soak up the sun on the spacious deck. To top it off, a tropical buffet lunch is served onboard before you cruise back to Cairns, offering a leisurely end to a day of ocean adventure.

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Inclusions

  • Scenic helicopter flight to Moore Great Barrier Reef
  • Cruise back to Cairns
  • Four hours of reef time at the pontoon
  • Glass-bottom boat and semi-submersible tours
  • Access to the ocean pool, waterslide, and sun deck
  • Snorkelling gear and safety equipment
  • Use of an underwater observatory
  • Tropical buffet lunch

Exclusions

Itinerary

  • 10.50am - Check in at Sunlover desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence St)
  • 11am - Transfer to Zoom Hangar at General Aviation Cairns Airport
  • 11.20am - Arrival at Zoom Hangar, Safety Briefing & Boarding
  • 11.45am - Depart on helicopter from Cairns
  • 12.10pm - Arrive at Moore Reef pontoon
  • 4pm - Depart Moore Reef on a boat
  • 5.30pm - Arrival at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal

Time

  • Please arrive for check-in at 10.50am.

Duration

  • This experience is approximately six hours and 30 minutes in duration.

Departure Location

  • This experience departs from Sunlover Reef Cruises, Reef Fleet Terminal, Bottom floor, 1 Spence St, Cairns City, QLD 4870.

Terms And Conditions

  • In rare cases, certain included or optional activities may not be available due to unforeseen circumstances
  • No refunds will be issued in such instances, though every effort will be made to provide the full product offering
  • Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited on all vessels and facilities, including snorkelling platforms and activity zones
  • Check-in and boarding pass collection must be completed between at the specified time, passengers who fail to check in may miss the final boarding
  • Boarding will be denied without a valid boarding pass

Cancellation Policy

  • Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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