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Private Helicopter Tour: Reef Island Snorkeling and Gourmet Picnic Lunch
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2 Hours 30 Minutes
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Offered in: English
Overview
For a once in a lifetime experience, combine your scenic flight with an exclusive getaway to your own piece of paradise. Feel the thrill of flying over the picturesque coral-studded sea before landing on Vlasoff Cay (ex Cairns) - a pristine sand cay in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Relax on the pure white sand, beach comb for treasures, lay in the shallow crystal waters or snorkel straight off the cay and discover the magic of the underwater world. The experience is complete with a gourmet picnic hamper, sparkling wine and snorkelling equipment.
What's Included
- 2-hours on secluded Vlasoff Cay
- 25-minute scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef
- Picnic basket including gourmet food and beverages
- Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Snorkeling equipment
- Picnic blanket, beach umbrella and beach chairs
- Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off Cairns
- Private return transfers to/from Port Douglas are $205 per car (up to 4 passengers).
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
What To Expect
Nautilus Aviation
Check-in is 30 minutes prior to your departure for your pre-departure briefing. You'll then board the helicopter to travel to Vlasoff Cay
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Great Barrier Reef
Fly over the magnificent Great Barrier Reef before landing on Vlasoff Cay.
• Admission Ticket Free
Spend approx. 2 hours at Vlasoff Cay. Relax on the pure white sand, beach comb for treasures, lay in the shallow crystal waters or snorkel straight off the cay and discover the magic of the underwater world.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Great Barrier Reef
On your return journey, enjoy admiring the views of the reef before heading back to Cairns.
• Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Weight Policy: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry-on luggage MUST be advised at time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single seat payload of 130kg. For passenger comfort and aircraft weight and balance, passengers exceeding 130kg are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of ticket price - this is non-commissionable and payable to Nautilus Aviation on day of travel.
- All product requires a minimum number of passengers to proceed. Our Reservations team will reach out to confirm availability within the shortest possible time after we receive your order. For instant confirmation please call the team on 07 4034 9000.
- Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- Vlasoff Cay is a public sand cay and as such can not be reserved. On the rare occasion it is occupied on our arrival we will not be permitted to land. If this occurs passengers will receive an extended reef scenic flight back to the Pier Heliport (total flying time 45 mins including initial 20 mins from Cairns to Vlasoff Cay). Passengers will be able to keep their picnic lunch and our reservations team will advise and assist with any refunds applicable.
- Child Policy: Children 3 years and above are legally required to be seated in their own seat and are therefore required to pay the full ticket price. Subject to conditions, children under 3 years may travel free of charge when seated on a parents/guardians lap. For bookings of more than one infant (under 3 years), conditions apply – please contact Reservations.
Operated by Nautilus Aviation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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