Reef & Whitehaven Spectacular - 60 Minute Helicopter Tour

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.

As we depart Shute Harbour we'll 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. While only a small sample of what the great barrier reef has to offer, 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 to Shute Harbour, 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.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Shute Harbour, Shute Harbour, Queensland

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.

Pass By: South Molle Island, South Molle Island, Whitsunday Islands, Queensland

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.

Pass By: Whitsunday Island, Whitsunday Island, Whitsunday Islands, Queensland

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.

Pass By: Whitehaven Beach, 4802 Australia

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 turtles

Whitehaven Beach is about as picturesque as they get, so make sure you have your camera ready!

Pass By: Hill Inlet Hill Inlet Whitsunday Island National Park Whitehaven Beach, 4802 Australia

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

Pass By: Great Barrier Reef, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland

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.

Pass By: Heart Reef, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Airlie Beach, Queensland 4802 Australia

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

Pass By: Great Barrier Reef, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland

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.

Pass By: Hayman Island, Hayman Island, Whitsunday Islands, Queensland

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.

Pass By: Hook Island, Hook Island, Whitsunday Islands, Queensland

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.

Pass By: Molle Islands National Park, Molle Islands, 4741 Australia

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.




Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience 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"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 3 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Horário de Início:
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Reef & Whitehaven Spectacular - 60 Minute Helicopter Tour
6/19/2023 - 5/1/2025

Monday - Sunday :

08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Duração: 1 To 2 Hours
Ponto de partida: 12 Air Whitsunday Rd, Flametree QLD 4802, Australia
Traveler pickup is offered
We will meet you at the reception area of your accommodation in our air-conditioned
courtesy shuttle.

Airports

• Whitsunday Airport (Shute Harbour) - Airlie Beach, 12 Air Whitsunday Rd, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia

Ports

• Port of Airlie, Shop 7/33 Port Dr, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

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

Não Incluído

• Air Sickness Tablets

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