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Whitehaven From Above – 30 minute Whitsunday Helicopter Tour
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30 Minutes to 1 Hours 30 Minutes
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Pickup offered
Offered in: English
Overview
Let us take you to one of Australia’s best and world recognised beaches. Take in the view of all 74 Whitsunday Islands as we make our way passed Hamilton Island, Hazelwood Island and more, before show casing the second most photographed destination in Australia ‘Hill inlet’.
Please note that this tour has a maximum combined passenger weight of 250kg.
What's Included
- In Flight commentary and voice activated communication.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Air Sickness Tablets
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Meet us at the main terminal of Whistunday Airport, Flametree, Qld, 4802.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
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Pickup details
We will meet you at the reception area of your accommodation in our air-conditioned courtesy shuttle.
What To Expect
Shute Harbour
As we fly 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, such as Shute Reef, and White Rock Reef
• Admission Ticket Free
Long Island
As we leave the mainland, we'll first fly past the north tip of Long Island. Long Island, at 9km in length and only 400m at it widest point, is the closest Island to the Australian Mainland of the Whitsunday Group. Long Island is home to expansive fringing coral reefs and secluded bays.
• Admission Ticket Free
Whitsunday Island
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.
• Admission Ticket Free
Hamilton Island
Our next birds-eye view will be of Dent Island, and the ever popular Hamilton Island. Hamilton island is surrounded with beautiful coral reefs and bays, as well as it's own resort, marina and airport.
• Admission Ticket Free
Whitehaven Beach
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!
• Admission Ticket Free
Hill Inlet
Just north of Whitehaven Beach we'll see Hill Inlet, which is best viewed from the seat of a helicopter
• Admission Ticket Free
Whitsunday Islands National Park
As we begin our return to the mainland, we'll fly over Whitsunday Island and it's mountainous terrain. Once we reach the West side of the island, there will be more reefs and some smaller beaches, one of which being Dugong Beach, where you might just catch a glimpse of some Dugong or Turtles.
• Admission Ticket Free
South Molle Island
The last of the islands we'll see before hitting the mainland are North and South Molle Islands, and daydream island.
• Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Airlie Beach Helicopters
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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