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Great Barrier Reef Adventure Cruise and Helicopter Scenic Combo

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  • Options
Great Barrier Reef Cruise + Heli 10mins Scenic Flight (Adult)
AUD $438.00 $491.00
Great Barrier Reef Cruise + Heli 10mins Scenic Flight (Child3-14yrs)
AUD $326.00 $365.00
Heli Fly Out and Cruise Back (per person)
AUD $565.00 $603.00
Cruise Out and Heli Fly Back (per person)
AUD $565.00 $603.00
Heli Fly Out and Fly Back (per person)
AUD $1,027.00 $1,068.00
40 minutes Certified Scuba Dive
AUD $146.00 $154.00
30 minutes Introductory Scuba Dive (12+ yrs)
AUD $195.00 $205.00
Guided-snorkeling (Adult)
AUD $83.00 $88.00
Guided-snorkeling (Child) 4-14 yrs
AUD $43.00 $45.00
Scuba Doo Underwarer Scooter
AUD $179.00 $185.00

Tour Information

All-day tour with Helicopter Scenic Package

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the Outer Great Barrier Reef by Cruise and Helicopter, a world of breathtaking beauty and vibrant marine life. Our stable activity platform offers the perfect base for exploring this natural wonder. Dive into the crystal-clear waters to snorkel or scuba dive amongst colourful coral gardens and playful fish. Discover the reef's secrets in our underwater observatory or cruise in a semi-submersible for a unique perspective. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch on the sundeck, or simply relax and soak up the sun. Enhance your experience with optional activities like guided snorkel tours, scuba

Outer Barrier Reef

Whether you're a seasoned diver or prefer to stay dry, our stable reef activity platform makes exploring the Great Barrier Reef accessible to all. Snorkel or dive, visit the underwater observatory, cruise in a semi-submersible, or relax on the sundeck with a delicious buffet lunch. A wide range of optional activities ensures there's something for everyone to enjoy.*

*Some optional activities may not be available due to time constraints.

The Great Barrier Reef, a colossal underwater city, isn't a single entity but a vibrant network of over 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands. This breathtaking natural wonder, the largest reef system and marine park on Earth is so vast it can be seen from the moon!

Savour the flavours of the reef with our delectable onboard dining. Start your day with morning tea and a selection of cakes, followed by a sumptuous hot and cold buffet lunch featuring a variety of dishes, including vegetarian and gluten-free choices, all catered by a renowned 5-star Cairns hotel. Afternoon tea with cheese and biscuits will be served as you cruise back to Cairns. Complimentary tea and coffee are available throughout the day. A range of snacks and beverages can also be purchased from our onboard bar. Please inform us of any dietary needs at the time of booking so we can best accommodate you (some requests may incur a surcharge).

Helicopter Scenic Flight

Nautilus Aviation partners with Great Adventures to provide you with a complete Great Barrier Reef experience from both above and below the water. Upgrade your cruise transfer to a scenic helicopter flight to reduce travel time and enjoy a unique aerial perspective showcasing the reef’s vibrant colors and vast coral gardens — an experience not to be missed!

The Great Adventures activity platform is located at Norman Reef / Moore Reef, just off Cairns. It is a stable, all-weather pontoon, accessible by high-speed catamaran (approx. 90 minutes) or by scenic helicopter (approx. 25 minutes). Suitable for all ages, swimming abilities, and activity levels, this experience offers something for everyone

Available Packages

Cruise to the Reef & Cruise Return + 10-Minute Scenic Flight
• Approx. 3 hours of reef time
• Departs Cairns: 10:30 AM
• Returns to Cairns: 5:30 PM

Fly to the Reef & Cruise Return
• 25-minute scenic helicopter flight + approx. 2 hours 15 minutes at the reef
• Departs Cairns: 12:30 PM
• Returns to Cairns: 5:30 PM

Cruise to the Reef & Fly Return
• 25-minute scenic helicopter flight + approx. 2 hours 15 minutes at the reef
• Departs Cairns: 10:30 AM
• Returns to Cairns: 3:40 PM

Fly to the Reef & Fly Return
• 50-minute total scenic helicopter flight + approx. 2 hours 15 minutes at the reef
• Departs Cairns: 12:30 PM
• Returns to Cairns: 3:40 PM

Tour Inclusions

  • Return air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise
  • Morning tea and coffee served until departure from Cairns
  • Three (3) hours at Outer Reef Activity Platform
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • Use of buoyancy vests & lycra/stinger suits
  • Reef education presentation
  • Hot and cold buffet lunch
  • Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour
  • Underwater Observatory
  • Guided Eco Reef Talk in the underwater observatory
  • Afternoon tea and coffee available whilst at the platform, cheese and biscuits on return journey.
  • The price included the eco levy $8
  • Helicopter packages available:
    • 10-minute Scenic Helicopter Flight
    • Fly to the Reef & Cruise Return
    • Cruise to the Reef & Fly Return

Tour Exclusions

  • Travel Insurance
  • Soft Drinks and alcoholic Drinks ( Can be purchased onboard)
  • Optional activity  : Introductory scuba diving / Certified scuba diving / Scuba Doo underwater scooter / Scenic helicopter tour /Guided snorkel tour / 10 minutes helicopter / Fly out / Fly back
  • Bus service (Additional Cost)

At Own Expense Items Check our price forms as updated price

1,The following prices are for reference only. The final itinerary and prices are subject to the announcement by the local activity provider on site. 2,If guests are unable to successfully book any own-expense activity, this shall not be accepted as a reason for withdrawal from the tour or for requesting a refund. 3,The information is provided solely to help guests plan their budget in advance, and there is no compulsory participation.

Fuel Surcharge Notice: Due to rising fuel prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East, a fuel surcharge will apply to new bookings for outer reef tours from 1 May 2026.
The surcharge will be $10 per adult / $5 per child, payable on-site at check-in. (Helicopter activities may incur an additional helicopter fuel surcharge.)

Transportation

  • Check-in time：09:15-09:45am / Return: 17:30pm Back to Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal (Please arrive 30 minutes prior the departure time)
  • By Walk, Self-drive or Uber (own cost), hotel pick up (additional cost)
  • The Reef Fleet Terminal
  • Address： 1, Spence Street, Cairns
  • Check-in Counter

Things to Note

Required Items for the Reef Trip

  • Swimwear, towel, sunscreen, and footwear such as sandals or flip-flops.

Cruise Ticket

  • Infants under 4 years old travel free of charge.
  • Please specify the number of infants when making the booking.

Helicopter Child and Weight Policy

  • Children aged 3 years and above are charged at the adult rate.
    Infants under 3 years old may sit on a parent’s lap free of charge (limited to one infant per flight, must be advised at the time of booking).
  • The maximum individual seat weight limit is 130 kg.
  • Passengers exceeding this limit are required to purchase an additional half seat, payable directly to Nautilus Aviation on the day of travel.
  • Please provide the body weight of each passenger at the time of booking.

Important Notes

  • The listed departure and arrival times are for reference only and may vary depending on weather and sea conditions.
  • Any delays may affect the scheduled helicopter flight time.

Notes for Underwater Activities

  • All participants engaging in scuba diving, sea walking, underwater scooters, or other high-intensity water activities must complete a medical declaration form on the day of travel.
  • You may request a copy of the health reference form from FIT Travel after booking.
    No refund will be provided if a guest is deemed medically unfit or unable to participate on the day of travel.

Frequently Asked Question

  • Can I bring a camera during the Introductory Dive?
    For safety reasons, participants without a valid diving license (Open Water Dive License or higher) are not permitted to bring cameras underwater.
    Only certified divers may bring waterproof cameras, subject to the instructor’s discretion on the day.
    Snorkelers or guests booking a second dive on the same day may use cameras underwater.

Cancellation Policy (Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Package)

  • Once confirmed, a 15% cancellation fee applies.
  • Cancellations made within 74 hours prior to departure will incur a 100% charge

Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation if cancel outside 3days. No refund if cancel within 3days.
Noticed: If you would like to cancel, please kindly email us to cancel the tour at least 2 business days prior to this cancellation period. Once cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 7-28 business days.
Cancellation notification needs to be formally replied receipt by us during our office hours as acknowledgement.

NOTE: FIT TRAVEL would adopt suppliers' cancellation policy. Cancellation fees, if any by the suppliers, will be charged according to the supppliers' cancellation policy ( FIT TRAVEL does not charge additional cancellation fees ).
With this specific product's cancellation policy, the suppliers reserve the right of final interpretation.
If your order only pays the deposit of a product: a, if the product has available seats on the departure date and price and contents are the same as the order you placed, the booking would be confirmed by us without additional notification to you, and the deposit is not refundable. b, if the product has no available seats or price or contents are not the same, we might provide alternative options. If you do not agree with the options, the deposit is refundable.

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