Historic DC3 Flight and Lunch At King Island

Historic DC3 Flight and Lunch At King Island

Code: SHS341

$499
8 Reviews
Location: Ex Melbourne VIC
For: 1 person
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Valid for 12 months
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Departing from Melbourne, take an Historic DC3 flight to King Island followed by lunch... the only way to spend a day! Take a most famous passenger jet to King Island for the buffet lunch, then sample some of the King Island's renowned cheeses - there's even the opportunity to take a few home!

Step back in time and travel in a historic DC3 to King Island, a remote and beautiful island, located of the North Western tip of Tasmania.

The air is fresh, the people are friendly, the produce is absolutely sensational! King Island beef, cheese, yoghurt, crayfish are rightly world renowned.

On the day of your flight, check in commences at 10am at our Silver Clipper VIP Lounge near Melbourne where light refreshments and champagne are served prior to boarding.

We board at 10.30am for the 1 hour and 10 minute flight, usually flown at low altitudes. The route takes us past the city skyline, into Port Phillip Bay, through the Heads and on to King Island.

Upon arrival at King Island, you will be met by coach and transferred to 'Boomerang By The Sea', located near the main town of Currie. The restaurant is situated atop the cliff tops and overlooks Bass Strait and the golf course. You would be forgiven for thinking that you have just arrived at St. Andrews in Scotland. Their dining space is situated overlooking the Western coast, with 180 degree views of this astounding vista.

Lunch is buffet style, with an emphasis on local King Island fare. (Please Note: Drinks are an additional cost to be paid on the day). Seating can be arranged as desired, with the group placements, couples or individuals.

After lunch the coach will take you to the King Island Cheese Factory where temptation awaits! You will have the opportunity to sample some of the delicious local produce and you may purchase some of your favourites to take home.

We then return to the aircraft for a 4pm departure back to Melbourne.

This experience voucher is valid for 12 months from date of purchase.

Venue:

Departs from Melbourne, Victoria.

Session Length

This experience is a full day in duration, departing from Melbourne at 10am and returning at approximately 5 - 5.30pm. Flights take place on selected Sundays throughout the year. Please book in advance. All bookings are subject to availability.

Available Dates:

Location	Date	Availability
VIC	Sunday, 26 Feb 2012	Full
VIC	Sunday, 4 Mar 2012	Full
VIC	Sunday, 25 Mar 2012	Full
VIC	Sunday, 1 Apr 2012	Full
VIC	Sunday, 15 Apr 2012	Full
VIC	Sunday, 22 Apr 2012	Spaces
VIC	Sunday, 29 Apr 2012	Full
VIC	Sunday, 6 May 2012	Spaces
VIC	Sunday, 27 May 2012	Spaces
VIC	Sunday, 24 Jun 2012	Spaces

Last updated on 25 January 2012.

These dates are guidelines only and are subject to daily change.

We suggest you only purchase a voucher for one of the dates listed above if you plan to redeem your voucher and book the date today.

Guidelines:

Alcohol and Aviation - in any more than moderate amounts, they don't mix. We operate under stringent Government Regulations that prohibit carriage of passengers under the influence. Smoking is not permitted in the Aircraft or Lounge.

Numbers:

The price quoted is for 1 person. We operate with a maximum of 28 people on the flight. All flights are subject to minimum numbers and may be rescheduled if minimum numbers are not met.

Spectators:

Not suitable for spectators.

Weather:

DC-3 flights are extremely weather reliant, we only operate them in good to excellent flying conditions. We fly at low altitudes, where the air can be turbulent. If the weather's less than good we cancel. We'll advise you ASAP if there is a prospect of poor weather. Flights will be rescheduled.

Other Info:

This experience includes: return flights to King Island, champagne and light refreshments prior to departure, a buffet style lunch and all transfers on King Island. PLEASE NOTE: Drinks are an additional cost to be paid for on the day.

Suitability Information:

This experience may be suitable for people with a sensory impairment. Please contact us to confirm your suitability.

Map

The map below gives you the location of this experience to allow you to plan.

Exact location, directions and meeting place will be available to you once you have booked your experience

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Reviews

Reviewer: Nicholas
June 13 2011

Awesome trip, thanks guys.
Reviewer: Pamela
May 10 2011

A fantastic experience all day long! The flight was exciting, the meal was absolutely delicious, the tour was extremely informative, the scenery was spectacular and the cheese factory - we all came home with plenty of cheese!! The staff for the flight were just like one big family and made everyone feel so welcome. Also brought home some King Island beef. A 'must do' experience.
Reviewer: Pamela
May 10 2011

Absolutely sensational and brought back memories of my very first flight in a DC3 as a young boy when I won a flight around Melbourne from the 3AW Mailbag Club. Great flight, wonderful staff and the take off ride in the JUMP SEAT was brilliant. The food and King Island experience was equally as good. I would definitely like to do it again. What a great birthday present!
Reviewer: Joseph
April 19 2011

It was a great day out, fantastic crew on the DC3 and we were well looked after on King Island with a fantastic lunch and mini tour around the Currie area with a stop at the local cheese factory to taste and buy some of the famous delectable local cheese. Awesome.
Reviewer: Ian
March 21 2011

Our day to King Island was a great present from our family, and can highly recommend everything about the day i.e the crew, Adrian our guide, food and of course the DC3
Reviewer: Lynette
March 14 2011

On arrival met by friendly people. Flight was spectacular and very smooth for such an older plane. Lunch was enjoyable, with lovely views of golf course and the ocean. Adrian our coach tour guide was very informative, explaining the various landmarks and industries with great detail. Took home lots of cheese, and fantastic memories. Took home lots of cheese, and fantastic memories.
Reviewer: Cherie
March 14 2011

Service was great, staff friendly and do anything for you and the food delicious, not to mention the beautiful views from the restaurant. A great day!
Reviewer: Cherie
March 14 2011

Positive - staff involved with the King Island Day Trip were very friendly, approachable and helpful during the full day and made it a most enjoyable experience.