📍 Airlie Beach | ⏱ 65 minutes | ⭐ 4.9 (1,247 reviews)
Enjoy a scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven, Hill Inlets swirling sands, and the Great Barrier Reef including Heart Reef, with live commentary from your guide.
About This Tour
Enjoy a scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef with a transfer from Airlie Beach. Get a window seat on a modern, specially designed fixed-wing plane. Enjoy large panoramic windows and a high wing to ensure unobstructed views below.
Fly over the majestic Whitsundays islands, including Long Island, Hayman Island, Whitehaven Beach, and the sandy bays of Hill Inlet. Enjoy several photo opportunities as your pilot makes multiple passes at each location to ensure you get the perfect photo and take in the beauty of the region.
See the Great Barrier Reef, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Soar above the beautiful blue and aqua waters of the reef and enjoy the breathtaking views below with highlights such as Hardy Reef, Hook Reef, and the iconic Heart Reef.
As you glide over this living natural aquarium, spot marine life from the aircraft, including manta rays, large green turtles, dugongs, sharks, and at certain times of the year, even whales. Listen to live commentary from your local pilot.
Tour Highlights
- Experience the wonder of the Great Barrier Reef, with views of Heart Reef
- Marvel at the Whitsundays, including iconic spots like Whitehaven Beach
- Fly in specially designed planes with panoramic windows for unobstructed views
- Learn about the sights from your pilot as you cover 200 km of natural beauty
- Spot diverse marine creatures from the aircraft, from manta rays to whales
What’s Included
- Courtesy pickup and drop-off bus service from 2 locations in Airlie Beach
- Access to an air-conditioned lounge
- Water, coffee, and tea upon request
- Luggage storage
- 65-minute scenic flight
- Live commentary by your pilot
- Window seat for all passengers
- Bottled water upon request
- Marine park fees, airport fees, and taxes
- Free car parking at the location
Not Suitable For
- Wheelchair users
- People over 287 lbs (130 kg)
Know Before You Go
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed
- If the weather is unsuitable on the day, the activity provider’s staff will make an assessment and contact you directly. In this case, the flight will be rescheduled at a more appropriate time or day. If you’re unable to reschedule, then a full refund will be offered
- Seating is arranged for the best weight and balance of the aircraft
