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Cairns: Outer Edges of The Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight

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Cairns: Outer Edges of The Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight
4.9  / 51494 reviews
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Glide over the Great Barrier Reef on a scenic flight from Cairns with picture-postcard views of Green Island, Arlington Reef, Middle Cay, and more, with an informative commentary from the pilot.

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Valid 40 minutes
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 7 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Alexandra – Singapore

10/10 tour! I loved every minute of it. It’s amazing to see the reef from above and the view is breathtaking! Everyone from the staff on ground to the pilot were friendly. Best part is that every pax gets a window seat, and the lucky one gets to sit beside the pilot! They also provide a van shuttle service back to the city after the tour (stops at Night Market) for only $5 per pax. Overall, great value for money and I would highly recommend this tour if you are in Cairns! Thank you for the amazing time! :)

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Alexandra – Singapore
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Dean – Switzerland

It was a great experience the pilot had a lot a information about the Great Barrier Reef and was fun and made everyone feel comfortable

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Dean – Switzerland

Experience

Highlights

  • Experience the thrill of swooping over the iconic Great Barrier Reef on a flight
  • Fly over Green Island, Arlington Reef, Middle Cay, Oyster Reef, and more
  • Take in views of the coral reef in air-conditioned comfort from a large window
  • Get a better perspective of the grand size and sheer beauty of the reef
  • Keep a look out for marine life and spot humpback whales during July to August

Full description

Take in the full spectacle of the Great Barrier Reef from the sky during a scenic flight from Cairns. Onboard a fixed-wing plane, see up to 140 kilometers of the Outer Barrier as well as many inner islands, reefs, and sand isles.

Within 10 minutes of departing Cairns, the real adventure begins, as you get wonderful photo opportunities over Green Island, Oyster Reef, Vlasoff Cay, Upolo Reef, Pixie Reef, and Arlington Reef.

Sit back in air-conditioned comfort as you glide through the sky. Take in the spectacular hues of green and blue from your window seat while listening to the pilot's informative commentary about the sights below.

Get a chance to spot marine life with manta rays, green turtles, dugongs, sharks, and, if in season, whales, in clear view from the aircraft. Once your journey comes to an end, fly right back to Cairns.

Includes

  • 40-minute flight
  • Pilot
  • Headsets
  • Window seat
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

  • People over 254 lbs (115 kg)

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Meeting point

Meet at Daintree Air Services. Look for the "Daintree Air Services" sign. Free parking is available outside the terminal.

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Important information

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  • The tour is subject to weather conditions .

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 1494 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5
  • Service
    5/5

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Alexandra – Singapore12 November 2024  – Verified booking
10/10 tour! I loved every minute of it. It’s amazing to see the reef from above and the view is breathtaking! Everyone from the staff on ground to the pilot were friendly. Best part is that every pax gets a window seat, and the lucky one gets to sit beside the pilot! They also provide a van shuttle service back to the city after the tour (stops at Night Market) for only $5 per pax. Overall, great value for money and I would highly recommend this tour if you are in Cairns! Thank you for the amazing time! :)
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Dean – Switzerland19 November 2024  – Verified booking
It was a great experience the pilot had a lot a information about the Great Barrier Reef and was fun and made everyone feel comfortable
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Macarena – Australia25 November 2024  – Verified booking
amazing 👏 the pilot so nice and good info , I love the experience 😀
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Product ID: 411026

Activity provider:Air Tours Australia

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