Only from the air can you truly appreciate the beauty, variety and sheer scale of the Great Barrier Reef. Helicopter flights offer a perspective that is impossible to get from the ground, boat, or underwater. You can see vast areas of the reef and its surroundings that are otherwise hard to access while flying with us.
Explore the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef.
A scenic helicopter flight over the reef is an opportunity not to be missed. You will be amazed by the stunning blue and green hues of these pristine coral sea waters and their thriving coral gardens. This flight includes incredible photo opportunities.
Many of the larger marine species can be most easily spotted from the air. Inflight sightings have included sea turtles, sharks, manta rays, dolphins, dugong and even majestic humpback whales during migration.
What’s included
Headsets fitted with voice-activated microphones
Entertaining inflight commentary from your experienced local pilot
Schedule
Depart Nautilus Aviation helipad, Port Douglas, based on request and availability.
Our 30-minute flight showcases the lush rainforest covered mountains of Mossman and Syndicate at the southern end of Daintree National Park including the famous Mossman Gorge.
Enjoy all the highlights of our 30-minute reef scenic flight before travelling over the best of the outer Great Barrier Reef. In the distance see Snapper Island before flying along the entire length of the spectacular Tongue Reef.
Experience the ultimate reef and rainforest day tour showcasing Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest and a visit to famous Cape Tribulation beach. Combine a stunning helicopter flight with a river cruise and 4WD tour.
Experience our most epic scenic flight experience from Port Douglas. View the lush rainforest covered peaks and seasonal waterfalls of Daintree National Park as well as to the very best of the outer Great Barrier Reef.
