Great Barrier Reef or Rainforest Scenic Flights from Port Douglas
The 30min and 45min flight showcase the magic of the Great Barrier Reef. Departing over Port Douglas and 4 Mile Beach, other highlights include sights of Snapper Island, Cape Tribulation and the Daintree Rainforest in the distance. Be treated to a picture-postcard view of Low Isles and flying low over Batt Reef there are opportunities to spot stingrays, manta rays, turtles, sharks, dugongs (many at Batt Reef), dolphins and even whales in the winter months!
For those looking to make the most of their time in Port Douglas why not extend your flight to a 60-minute reef and rainforest scenic. Departing over Port Douglas and 4 Mile Beach, first enjoy sights of Rainforest over the town of Mossman and Mossman Gorge, followed by the Daintree River mouth, Cape Kimberley and past Snapper Island with views of Cow Bay and Cape Tribulation. The flight concludes with breathtaking views of Low Isles & the Reef.
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30 Minute Reef Scenic Flight
30min scenic: Enjoy a 30-minute scenic flight over Port Douglas and the Great Barrier Reef.
What's included in Great Barrier Reef or Rainforest Scenic Flights from Port Douglas
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Check-in will be at the Nautilus Aviation office located in the Sheraton. Here you will do your safety briefing before your taken to the helicopter for your scenic flight.
Mossman Gorge Cultural CentrePass-by Only
For those participating in the 60-minute scenic flight discover the beauty of the rainforest as you explore it from above.
Be treated to a picture-postcard view of Low Isles and Batt Reef.
Inclusions
- Scenic Helicopter Flight
- Informative commentary during the flight
- Hotel pickup and drop off from Port Douglas CBD
- Nautilus Aviation scenic flights are on a shared basis (not private)
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Weight Policy: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carryon luggage MUST be advised at the 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.
- Refunds: Cancellation notice of 48 hours is required for a full refund claim and 24 -48 hours, for a 50% refund claim. No refund applies if booking is cancelled inside 24 hours.
- Tour and aircraft substitutions are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air traffic control and availability
- Nautilus Aviation scenic flights are on a shared basis (not private)
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
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Ticket Redemption
Weight Policy: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carryon luggage MUST be advised at the 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. Booking Conditions: All tours are subject to availability and weather. Minimum of 2 passengers for all other listed packages and tours. Tour Cancellations: Tours and aircraft substitutions are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability. Bad Weather: In the event of bad weather, providing there is availability, date changes are welcome or in the worst-case scenario, cancellations. Refunds: Cancellation notice of 48hours is required for a full refund claim and 24-48 hours, for a 50% refund claim. No refund applies if the booking is cancelled inside 24 hours.