Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight and Snorkel - Full Day
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Step into a full-day Great Barrier Reef adventure that showcases the best of Far North Queensland, from above and below. This easy‑going yet unforgettable experience blends spectacular scenery, hands‑on exploration, and classic Aussie hospitality for a day the whole family will love. Kick things off with a 40‑minute scenic flight over Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef from a prime position window seat. Take in sweeping coastal vistas, vibrant reef colours, and the sheer scale of this World Heritage icon before touching down and heading to Cairns Reef Terminal.
From there, cruise out to pristine outer reef sites including Briggs, Sudbury, Moore, and Thetford Reefs. Spend the afternoon snorkelling in calm, crystal‑clear waters, surrounded by colourful coral gardens and tropical marine life. With all equipment provided and plenty of time to explore at your own pace, this relaxed reef day delivers a perfect mix of discovery, comfort, and natural wonder.
Location
What you need to know
- Full-day Great Barrier Reef scenic experience
- Courtesy bus transfers to your scenic flight
- 40-minute scenic reef flight
- Guaranteed window seats
- In-flight commentary
- Half-day afternoon reef trip with snorkelling
- Use of snorkel equipment
- Outer reef exploration
- Expert crew and reef interpretation
- Food and beverages.
- Experience runs from 8.30am to 5pm.
- This is a full-day experience, approximately eight hours and 30 minutes in duration
- Scenic flight is 40 minutes in duration
- This experience departs from 83 Royal Flying Doctor St, Cairns, QLD 4870.
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Camera in a Tupperware container (so it stays safe from water damage)
- Warm jacket (for after snorkeling)
- Children under three years old are considered infants and travel free of charge on a paying adult's lap
- The experience provider may take participant photos, which may be used in promotional material, including but not limited to social media
- Flight time listed is approximate and may vary depending on aircraft type
- Maximum weight limit of 125kg per individual passenger
- Complimentary courtesy bus transfer from hotels, the town centre, or nominated locations in Cairns is available with advance notice
- Participants are advised to make their own insurance provisions in case of unforeseen circumstances
- Minimum passenger numbers are required to operate each flight
- All participants must provide their full name and body weight in kilograms at the time of booking
- All flights are subject to weather, aircraft availability and air traffic control
- 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
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
