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Down Under Cruise & Dive, Fly/Cruise (Half-Day)

The complete Great Barrier Reef experience

Explore one of the wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef, from above and below the water on this half-day experience to Hastings Reef.

Experience highlights

  • Enjoy an incredible 25-minute helicopter flight to Hastings Reef with pilot commentary
  • Spend up to 1.5 hours snorkelling, scuba diving and more on the outer reef
  • Return to Cairns on a 90-minute fast cruise on superyacht Evolution
Duration:
Half day
Price:
$510pp
Departure:
Cairns, 12.40pm
Return:
Cairns, 4.30pm

The ultimate half-day experience to Hastings Reef.

Your day starts with a 25-minute scenic flight to the outer reef departing from our helipad conveniently located at the Cairns City Esplanade. On your way you will enjoy stunning panoramic views extending from the tropical rainforest to the azure waters of the Great Barrier Reef, looking out for turtles, dolphins, manta rays, large schools of pelagic fish and potentially majestic humpback whales in season.

Arriving at our Hastings Reef floating helipad you well meet the team from Evolution. Snorkel, scuba dive, join a semi-submersible tour with live commentary from a marine expert or take advantage of Evolution’s extensive lounging areas to simply relax or soak up some tropical sun.

What’s included 

  • All snorkelling equipment and instruction for beginners
  • A delicious tropical barbeque lunch (vegetarian options available)
  • Coffee and afternoon tea
  • Complimentary glass of wine and light snack on the cruise home

Schedule

Check-in Pier Heliport: 11.55am

Depart Nautilus Aviation Helipad, Cairns City: 12.40pm

Depart Hastings Reef: 3.00pm

Arrive Marlin Jetty, Cairns: 4.30pm

Important information

Frequently asked questions about this experience.

Actual flight path may differ on the day due to adverse weather conditions or air traffic control.

Contact Us

(07) 4034 9000

[email protected]



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