Private Helicopter Tour: Reef Island Snorkeling and Gourmet Picnic Lunch

4.3
(21 reviews)

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

For a once in a lifetime experience, combine your scenic flight with an exclusive getaway to your own piece of paradise. Feel the thrill of flying over the picturesque coral-studded sea before landing on Vlasoff Cay (ex Cairns) - a pristine sand cay in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Relax on the pure white sand, beach comb for treasures, lay in the shallow crystal waters or snorkel straight off the cay and discover the magic of the underwater world. The experience is complete with a gourmet picnic hamper, sparkling wine and snorkelling equipment.

What's Included

2-hours on secluded Vlasoff Cay
25-minute scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef
Picnic basket including gourmet food and beverages
Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Snorkeling equipment
Picnic blanket, beach umbrella and beach chairs
Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
Hotel pickup and drop-off Cairns
Private return transfers to/from Port Douglas are $205 per car (up to 4 passengers).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We recommend you are checked in 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Check-in will close 30 minutes before departure and you will not be able to check in after this time. Failure to adhere to check-in times, may result in you missing your flight and forfeiting the fare paid.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    We recommend you are checked in 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Check-in will close 30 minutes before departure and you will not be able to check in after this time. Failure to adhere to check-in times, may result in you missing your flight and forfeiting the fare paid. You'll then board the helicopter to travel to Vlasoff Cay

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • Great Barrier Reef (Pass by)

    Fly over the magnificent Great Barrier Reef before landing on Vlasoff Cay.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Spend approx. 2 hours at Vlasoff Cay. Relax on the pure white sand, beach comb for treasures, lay in the shallow crystal waters or snorkel straight off the cay and discover the magic of the underwater world.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Great Barrier Reef (Pass by)

    On your return journey, enjoy admiring the views of the reef before heading back to Cairns.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Weight Policy: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry-on luggage MUST be advised at 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.
  • Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Vlasoff Cay is a public sand cay and as such can not be reserved. On the rare occasion it is occupied on our arrival we will not be permitted to land. If this occurs passengers will receive an extended reef scenic flight back to the Pier Heliport (total flying time 45 mins including initial 20 mins from Cairns to Vlasoff Cay). Passengers will be able to keep their picnic lunch and our reservations team will advise and assist with any refunds applicable.
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Romantic Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Helicopter Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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