Reef & Whitehaven Spectacular - 60 Minute Helicopter Tour

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| Airlie Beach, Australia

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1 to 2 hours (approx.)

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Overview

Please Note: Weight Limits Apply*
Looking to fill something from your bucket list? This is the tour for you! This one hour helicopter tour gives you a birds eye view of The Whitsunday Islands, and The Great Barrier Reef.

First we head out past South Molle Island Island as we approach Whitsunday Island where we take in the natural beauty of Whitehaven Beach, and the swirling sands of Hill Inlet.

We then set out to visit one of the seven natural wonders of the world, The Great Barrier Reef. We'll be seeing some of it's most famous reefs, including Hook Reef, Bait Reef and Hardy Reef, with it's world Famous Heart Reef.

As we head back home, we'll fly past Hayman Island and Hook Island and finish up with some more views of the Molle Island Group, with Whitsunday Island and Long Island in the distance.

*This tour has a maximum passenger weight limit of 130kg/286lb per seat, and total combined passenger weight of 230kg/507lb.

What's Included

In Flight commentary and voice activated communication.
Air-conditioned vehicle

Air Sickness Tablets

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Pickup details

We will meet you 30 minutes before the start time on your ticket at the reception area of your accommodation in our air-conditioned courtesy shuttle.

Meeting point

Air Whitsunday Road
Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Shute Harbour (Pass By)

As we fly past Mount Rooper and over Shute Harbour, the gateway to The Whitsundays, you'll be likely to see a ferry or two on their way out to the islands. Additionally, you'll see some of the smaller reefs and islands that surround the coast.

South Molle Island (Pass By)

The first of the big Islands we pass by will be South Molle Island. Looking a bit further to the south and you'll also spot Long Island.

Whitsunday Island (Pass By)

Whitsunday Island is the largest island in the Whitsundays, covering an area of 275.08 km² In addition to it's magnificent fringing reefs and beaches.Whitsunday Island boasts some of most beautiful scenery in the world, with the pure white sands of Whitehaven Beach and the twisting blue waters of Hill Inlet, both of which are just around the corner.

Whitehaven Beach (Pass By)

Whitehaven Beach is best recognised by it's brilliant white sands and turquoise waters, thought to have been brought to the beach over millions of years by prevailing sea currents.Across from Whitehaven Beach, on Haslewood Island you'll also find Chalkie's Beach, with it's fringing reef system home to a variety of fish and sea turtlesWhitehaven Beach is about as picturesque as they get, so make sure you have your camera ready!

Hill Inlet (Pass By)

Just north of Whitehaven Beach we'll see Hill Inlet, which is best viewed from the seat of a helicopter

Great Barrier Reef (Pass By)

As we begin to head out to the reef, you'll be able to take in a bit more of Whitsunday Island, before heading out past Border Island.The first of the major reefs you'll see will be Hook Reef.

Heart Reef (Pass By)

Part of the larger Hardy Reef, Heart Reef is an internationally recognised attraction that brings in travelers from all over the world. Named after it's perfect heart shaped structure of coral, Heart Reef is best viewed from above

Great Barrier Reef (Pass By)

As we return to Shute Harbor, we'll take in some more of the Great Barrier Reef, with aerial views of Hardy Reef and Bait Reef.

Hayman Island (Pass By)

Hayman Island is the northern most island of the Whitsunday Islands, and is home to the popular Hayman Island Resort. The island also boasts stunning beaches, reefs, cliffs and mountain look-outs.

Hook Island (Pass By)

Hook Island, while mostly uninhabited, has many popular attractions including Stonehaven Bay, Butterfly Bay, Nara Inlet, Macona Inlet, and the Hook Island Marine Park, which is filled with coral reefs. mangrove forests, seagrass beds and beautiful beaches. As we fly over, keep an eye out for the surrounding reefs arrangement of marine life such as turtles, dolphins and dugongs.

Molle Islands National Park (Pass By)

Before reaching the mainland we do another fly by past North and South Molle Islands, with Whitsunday Island and Long Island out in the distance.

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Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
This tour has a maximum passenger weight limit of 130kg/286lb per seat, and total combined passenger weight of 230kg/507lb.
Time duration is 30 minutes for pick up and 30 minutes for drop off. The actual helicopter tour is 60 minutes long.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 3 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Reef & Whitehaven Spectacular – 60 Minute Helicopter Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025