Inner Reef Helicopter Flight – 30 Minutes – Zoom
Experience a 30 minute scenic helicopter flight from Cairns Airport, taking in views of Cairns, Trinity Inlet, Green Island, Arlington Reef, Vlassoff Cay, Upolu Cay, and the Great Dividing Range. Ideal for sightseeing the Great Barrier Reef from the air.
Experience a spectacular 30 minute scenic flight from Cairns Airport, exploring the iconic Great Barrier Reef and northern Queensland coastline. This aerial adventure is ideal for those who want a unique perspective of these world-renowned natural landmarks.
Departing from Cairns, the route offers sweeping views of the city, Trinity Inlet, False Cape, Mt Yarrabah, Mission Bay, and Cape Grafton. The journey then continues to Green Island, a 6,000 year old coral sand island with its own native rainforest eco-system.
The flight tracks north along the western side of Arlington Reef, a vibrant marine habitat where you may spot turtles, sharks, and manta rays. Next, enjoy a circling view of Vlassoff Cay, a tiny sand island that nearly disappears at high tide, before flying over Upolu Cay.
Returning to Cairns, take in breathtaking vistas of the North Queensland coastline, framed by the lush, rainforest-covered slopes of the Great Dividing Range. Book directly through Cairns Harbour Cruises for a seamless experience.
- 30 minute scenic flight departing from Cairns Airport
- View city of Cairns, Trinity Inlet, False Cape, Mt Yarrabah, Mission Bay, and Cape Grafton
- Fly over Green Island, a 6,000 year old coral sand island with native rainforest
- Explore Arlington Reef, home to turtles, sharks, and manta rays
- Circle Vlassoff Cay and Upolu Cay in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef
- Panoramic views of North Queensland coastline and lush rainforest slopes of the Great Dividing Range
- 30 minute helicopter flight
- Sightseeing over key reef locations
- Minimum 2 passengers required per flight.
- Personal items and bags must not exceed 10 kg in total.
- Weight restrictions apply and must be adhered to during booking.
- Recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a camera, and only small soft bags.