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Great Barrier Reef Cruise, Snorkelling and Helicopter Flight

Highlights

  • Spectacular day on and above the Great Barrier Reef
  • Experience the abundant tropical life below the surface
  • Take to the skies on a 25 minute helicopter flight

Soak in the best of the Great Barrier Reef from above and below the surface during this full day adventure. You'll spend five hours mingling with the underwater world at two reef sites and take to the skies for a 25 minute helicopter flight. A tropical BBQ lunch is included.

What's included?

  • 25 minute helicopter flight
  • Cruise to two reef sites
  • Five hours at the reef
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Lunch

The day begins with a fast boat cruise to the iconic Great Barrier Reef, where you'll spend five hours exploring two incredible reef sites, each with its own unique coral formations and a variety of marine species. On the return, take to the air for a spectacular helicopter journey over the magical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Sweep over coral gardens and sand cays, and see marine life from high above before returning to Cairns.

Important information

  • Please allow a full day for this cruise/fly (HRCF) experience
  • Check in is at 7.30am for an 8am departure
  • Return at approximately 3pm

Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry-on luggage must be advised at time of booking. A weight variance 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 the ticket price.

  • Maximum single seat payload of 130kg
  • Children three years and above are charged at adult rates
  • Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult on the flight
  • An Environment Management Charges is payable on board the boat- $20 per person
  • We recommend you are checked in 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time at Pier Heliport for Fly / Cruise product
  • Check-in will close 30 minutes before departure and you will not be able to check in after this time
  • When planning your arrival at your departure point please ensure you allow enough time to check in. Failure to adhere to check-in times, may result in you missing your flight and forfeiting the fare paid
  • Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Depending on aircraft availability this tour operates with a maximum of 6 people on the flight. The price quoted is for one person.

The flight may be cancelled or curtailed in extreme weather conditions which would make the conditions dangerous. Any cancelled experiences will be rescheduled for a later date.

Casual and comfortable. It is recommended that you bring your camera, swimmers, towel, sunglasses and some extra cash.

This experience departs from Cairns, QLD.

Reviews

4.5
12 reviews
5 stars 8
4 stars 3
3 stars 0
2 stars 1
1 star 0

Great Barrier Reef Cruise Snorkel and Helicopter

Darren 13 February 2022

Amazing from start to finish, professional friendly crew with great instruction. Snorkelling was amazing then an exceptional lunch to replenish you with very affordable drinks. Then to top it off the Helicopter ride back was sensational and just topped of the day.

Great Barrier Reef snorkeling & Helicopter ride

James 26 March 2021

We had an absolutely great day out on the reef, the boat was fantastic. The staff were very friendly and nothing was to much trouble. The helicopter ride into Cairns was the perfect way to end the day. Highly recommend to anybody looking for an awesome day out.

Helicopter and Boat experience

Helbert Rodriguez 24 November 2020

This experience was amazing I recommend Redballon again

Definitely do the helicopter.

Judi 19 September 2019

The water was beautiful and blue and we saw some lovely fish. The staff were really friendly and Eddie was so accommodating with my non swimming sister. The boat was lovely and clean, not too overcrowded. The reef itself didn't look as colorful as i thought it would be. The coral is mostly brown. If possible DEFINITELY get the helicopter ride back to Cairns, even if it means saving for longer. Seeing the reef from above and the whole helicopter experience is truly memorable, wish i could do it again.

Fantastic experience - treat yourself!

Louise 3 August 2019

Fantastic day all round, the boat Evolution was just amazing, so clean and huge plenty of room! The company down under dive & cruise were great very well organised and staff in the water were brilliant! The helicopter ride was fantastic with amazing views although I was a little disappointed the pilot didnt talk and tell us anything about where we were flying over or any reef info. Overall a real once in a lifetime type trip, would go again

Reef, snorkeling, helicopter back to Cairns

Jo 2 March 2018

We had a fantastic day! Down Under tours and Nautilus Aviation were first class with their boat, staff and helicopter. Very professional crew, exceptionally clean boat and facilities. Happy friendly staff that were very knowledgeable about the reef, equipment and activities. The crew were like family with each other, always supporting and helping each other. There was plenty of time to snorkel, or dive, to have lunch and there was plenty of time to be ready to fly home. The reef was amazing from the air, we always felt safe. very special day

Awesome time on the reef and in the sky

Jacob 22 January 2017

Had an amazing time up with the team here in Cairns. The reef was spectacular and a magnificent way to finish the day by seeing the reef from above!

EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE

Erwin 23 November 2015

We are local to Cairns and did not know what to expect from the reef cruise,snorkel package and helicopter scenic flight when we booked,there where some negative comments when we checked on line . the weather was not the best overcast,rain and wind and we still enjoyed everything from the trip,from the booking office staff through to the staff on the boat & helicopter where great and could not do enough to make sure we enjoyed the day , thanks to all the people involved including red balloon for our excellent day on the great barrier reef

Reef & Chopper adventure

David 26 September 2015

Great day out on the reef cruise. Staff on the boat were fun,but professional, and safety was emphasised along with having a good time. Despite it being a windy day ( beyond anyone's control) snorkelling on the reef was a wonderful experience. The highlight, however, was our first time experience in the helicopter. Views of the reef that were unforgettable. A great day out.

This is a wonderful day. Highlight of our trip! Would do it again in a heart beat

Cfs88 25 August 2014

Excellent day out! Very organised. Ideal size boat. Not too big. No waiting around.

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