Heli & Evolution Reef Tour
Heli & Evolution Reef Tour
25 Minute Flight to the Great Barrier Reef.
- Full Day & Half Day Options
- Outer Barrier Reef snorkelling day
Inc. all levies & taxes
Fly Out Cruise Back | Half Day
Show Rates FROM $469 per adult
Cruise out Fly Back | Full Day
Show Rates FROM $530 per adult
Heli & Evolution Reef Tour Info
NAUTILUS AVIATION
REEF CRUISE PACKAGES:
Take to the air for a spectacular 25 minute helicopter flight over the magical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Sweep over coral gardens and sand cays, and see marine life from high above, before landing on an outer reef helipad where you will be met by Down Under Dive.
Includes:
- 25 min flight over Reef to join Down Under Cruises
- Board luxury Evolution at Hastings Reef
- 2 hours at sensational Reef
- Snorkelling equipment
- BBQ Lunch
- Cruise back to Cairns with live entertainment and complimentary glass of wine and nibbles
Departures: From Cairns approx 12pm. Returns to the Reef Fleet Terminal at approx 4:30pm
Fly/Fly (Half Day)This is the perfect solution for those in a hurry or who prefer not to spend too much time on boats.
Departing from Cairns, take to the skies on a spectacular helicopter journey over the Great Barrier Reef. Sweep over coral gardens and sand cays, and see marine life from high above. Land on an outer reef helipad at Hastings Reef where you will be met by Down Under Cruise & Dive. Your return helicopter flight will take a different route.
Fly/Fly is not an option for divers wanting to participate in a certified or intro dive.
Includes:
- 25 min flight over Reef to join Down Under Cruises
- Board Evolution at Hastings Reef
- 75 minutes at Reef
- Snorkelling equipment
- BBQ Lunch
- 25 min return flight over different reefs to Cairns
Departures: From Cairns approx 12pm and returns approx 3:30pm
Cruise/Fly (Full Day)Your day begins with a fast boat cruise to the Great Barrier Reef onboard luxury new Evolution by Down Under Cruise & Dive. Your special day concludes with an exciting scenic helicopter flight over five reef systems and pristine sand cays before arriving back in Cairns.
Includes:
- Cruise to Reef on-board Evolution
- Snorkelling equipment
- 5 hours exploring two stunning reef destinations
- BBQ lunch
- 25 min flight over Reef and Sand Cays to Cairns
Departures: Depart Cairns approx: 7.30am. Arrive in Cairns: Approx. 4.00pm (Please advise if you would like return transfer added to your hotel after your flight.)
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Please Note: Passenger weight must be advised on booking.
Due to safety reasons, passengers with a weight of more than 110 kg must book two seats with a surcharge of $70 each way for the extra seat.
Guest Reviews
Exceeded our expectation
Exceeded our expectation the view and commentary by the pilot and the snorkelling on the boat was always had supervision while snorkelling and lunch provided was ample and delicious
Posted By Julie Edwards
Down Under Heli
Helicharters staff were excellent and our pilot Darren was excellent both in piloting and commentary. We loved our experience and highly recommend it.
Posted By Jackie Allen
magnificent flight home
Had a wonderful day, the boat crew were fantastic, so had a great day on the reef & finished with a magnificent flight home.
Posted By Bruce McGillivray
FANTASTIC WAY TO SEE THE REEF.
FANTASTIC WAY TO SEE THE REEF.
Posted By Judy Elferkh
Fantastic heli ride back to Cairns!
Fantastic heli ride back to Cairns!
Posted By Hiromi Kawamura
We loved it!
We loved it! Thank you.
Posted By Jennifer Loh
All trip was great!
All trip was great! That good, that at the end of the year we are moving to Cairns.
All the best, Andy
Posted By Arkadiusz Stypczynski
highly recommended
Down Under Helicopters is highly recommended and excellent way to see the Great Barrier Reef. The helicopter pilot was thorough,professional and extremely saftey conscious. He gave us a running commentary as we flew towards the reef, pointing out and naming the various islands and reefs. Once we arrived at the reef he circled around to point out and give us a great view of the fish and turtles, before landing on a pontoon in the water next to the tour boat.
If u want to see the reef in all its beauty, then Down Under Helicopters is definitely the way to do it.
Posted By Ian Mills
Heli & Evolution Reef Tour Rates
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from now until 31 March 2030
| Fly Out Cruise Back | Half Day | Adult | Children | Family | Enquire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fly/Cruise - Half Day | $469 | $469 | n/a | Book |
| Cruise out Fly Back | Full Day | Adult | Children | Family | Enquire |
| Cruise/Fly - Full Day | $530 | $530 | n/a | Book |
TERMS
Under 2 travel free
WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES
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