Cairns & Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Ride
Take an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime helicopter ride for the most amazing views of reefs, rainforests, and cays from the sky.
Witness the majestic beauty of the Great Barrier Reef in one of the best ways possible — by helicopter. In a small group, you’ll board the helicopter and head into the sky for one of the most thrilling rides of your life. In addition to the reef, you’ll get to view isolated cays, remote beaches, the Barron Gorge, and mountain landscapes of rainforests and incredible wildlife that you may not get to see on land.
This tour operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria.
Shore Thing Highlights
Soar over Cairns, the Great Barrier Reef, and remote areas of the national park not seen by many visitors
Witness the changing colors, sand swirls, and incredible coral formations of the reefs and remote beaches
View the middle sand cays located in the center of the Great Barrier Reef
Barron Gorge National Park features rugged mountains, tropical rainforests, diverse wildlife, and numerous waterfalls
Need to know
This Shore Thing is for smaller groups — book early, as space will be limited
Sailors must be able to climb in/out of the helicopter with limited assistance
Sailors prone to motion sickness should take precautions prior to this Shore Thing
This experience is not recommended for Sailors with a fear of heights
This experience is not suitable for Sailors with vertigo
This Shore Thing is considered 'daring' and not for the faint of heart. Sailors are reminded that they assume full risk and responsibility
Approximately 1-hour of flight time
Approximately 30-minute drive to/from the pier
This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria
This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria
Please keep in mind that cancellations made within 72 hours or less are subject to a 100% cancellation penalty
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Local & Immersive Tours
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A Sustainable Cause
Select tour bookings to help social charities
Peace of Mind
Modify/cancel up to 48hrs before where applicable
Priority Debark in Port
Be first ashore in all our ports of call
Safe and Insured
Our partners are licensed and insured
Transparent Pricing
No hidden costs, all-inclusive Shore Thing prices
Expert Travel Support
Pre-voyage to onboard assistance, always there
Stress-Free Returns
Ship will wait for you in the event of a delay
Convenient Collection
Convenience of one location to shop for your calls
