Whitehaven From Above - 30 minute Whitsunday Helicopter Tour

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30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Please note: Weight Limits Apply*
Let us take you to one of Australia’s best and world recognised beaches. Take in the view of all 74 Whitsunday Islands as we make our way passed Hamilton Island, Hazelwood Island and more, before show casing the second most photographed destination in Australia ‘Hill inlet’.
*This tour has a maximum passenger weight limit of 130kg/286lb per seat, and total combined passenger weight of 250kg/551lb.

What's Included

In Flight commentary and voice activated communication.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Air Sickness Tablets

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will meet you 30 minutes before the start time on your ticket at the reception area of your accommodation in our air-conditioned courtesy shuttle.

OR
Meeting point

We will meet you 15 minutes before your scheduled start time on your ticket at the main terminal of Whitsunday Airport, Flametree, QLD 4802.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    As we fly over Shute Harbour, the gateway to The Whitsundays, you'll be likely to see a ferry or two on their way out to the islands. Additionally, you'll see some of the smaller reefs, such as Shute Reef, and White Rock Reef

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    As we leave the mainland, we'll first fly past the north tip of Long Island. Long Island, at 9km in length and only 400m at it widest point, is the closest Island to the Australian Mainland of the Whitsunday Group. Long Island is home to expansive fringing coral reefs and secluded bays.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Whitsunday Island is the largest island in the Whitsundays, covering an area of 275.08 km² In addition to it's magnificent fringing reefs and beaches. Whitsunday Island boasts some of most beautiful scenery in the world, with the pure white sands of Whitehaven Beach and the twisting blue waters of Hill Inlet, both of which are just around the corner.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Our next birds-eye view will be of Dent Island, and the ever popular Hamilton Island. Hamilton island is surrounded with beautiful coral reefs and bays, as well as it's own resort, marina and airport.

    Admission ticket free
  • Whitehaven Beach (Pass by)

    Whitehaven Beach is best recognised by it's brilliant white sands and turquoise waters, thought to have been brought to the beach over millions of years by prevailing sea currents. Across from Whitehaven Beach, on Haslewood Island you'll also find Chalkie's Beach, with it's fringing reef system home to a variety of fish and sea turtles Whitehaven Beach is about as picturesque as they get, so make sure you have your camera ready!

    Admission ticket free
  • Hill Inlet (Pass by)

    Just north of Whitehaven Beach we'll see Hill Inlet, which is best viewed from the seat of a helicopter

    Admission ticket free
  • Whitsunday Islands National Park (Pass by)

    As we begin our return to the mainland, we'll fly over Whitsunday Island and it's mountainous terrain. Once we reach the West side of the island, there will be more reefs and some smaller beaches, one of which being Dugong Beach, where you might just catch a glimpse of some Dugong or Turtles.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The last of the islands we'll see before hitting the mainland are North and South Molle Islands, and daydream island.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour has a maximum passenger weight limit of 130kg/286lb per seat, and total combined passenger weight of 250kg/551lb.
Supplied by Airlie Beach Helicopters

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Cancellation Policy

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

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