The 30-Minute Reef Scenic Flight tour takes you on a helicopter journey over the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns. The flight covers Green Island, Arlington Reef, and Upolu Sand Cay, offering a unique perspective of the reef’s scale and diversity. Marine life like turtles, manta rays, dolphins, and even whales during migration may be seen from above.

Features

• 30-minute helicopter scenic flight
• Views of Green Island, Arlington Reef, and Upolu Sand Cay
• Inflight commentary from an experienced local pilot
• Headsets with voice-activated microphones

Itinerary

Cairns Departure
Check in at the Cairns Pier Heliport. After a short safety briefing, board the helicopter for a 30-minute flight over the Great Barrier Reef.

Scenic Flight Over the Reef
Fly over coral formations and clear turquoise waters. See Green Island, Arlington Reef, and Upolu Sand Cay. Enjoy aerial views of marine life, coral gardens, and vast reef areas. Take photographs as you experience this World Heritage site from the air.

Return to Cairns
The flight concludes back at Cairns Pier Heliport.

Meeting Point & Times

Check-in Location
Cairns Pier Heliport, Pier Point Road, Cairns City QLD 4870

Check-in 45 minutes before departure
Check-in closes 30 minutes before departure
Flights operate daily based on request and availability
Return to Cairns after the 30-minute flight

Booking Requests
Booking Requests are confirmed manually by our reservations team. Your card will not be charged until the booking is confirmed. Send a booking request here to secure your Private Sandy Cay Helicopter Experience
Pre-booking is essential. Please do not turn up on the day without a booking.