Great Barrier Reef Cruise & 10 Minute Scenic Heli Flight Combo
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August 2026
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What you can expect
See the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef from above and below with this fantastic Great Barrier Reef experience combo. Combining an outer reef cruise with a memorable 10 minute scenic helicopter flight so you can admire this living spectacle from the air as well as from below the surface.
Your reef tour from Cairns includes a luxury cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef where you will visit two different reef sites. Morning tea is provided for you and cheese and biscuits will be served with a complimentary glass of wine on the return cruise. A hot and cold buffet lunch is also served with seafood selections where you can enjoy on the sundeck surrounded by the beautiful reef. The use of snorkelling equipment is included during your visit to the reefs so that you can experience the coral gardens and vibrant marine life or you can simply relax on the sundeck and enjoy the fact that you are hanging out on one of the natural wonders of the world.
Your day on the reef is topped off with an exhilarating 10 minute scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef - the worlds largest living natural wonder. Your pilot will give you full running commentary of your surrounds and let you know of all the awesome photo opportunities throughout the flight. The perfect way to end a delightful adventure in Queensland's beautiful Great Barrier Reef. Book your Great Barrier Reef tour and scenic helicopter flight online today to kickstart your journey in Far North Queensland.
Location
What you need to know
- Return air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise to 2 different Great Barrier Reef locations
- 10 minute scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Delicious Aussie BBQ lunch including prawns, fish, steak, sausages, vegetarian, and a variety of salads (GF, DF, Vegan options available)
- Use of snorkelling equipment
- Buoyancy vests
- Afternoon tea with a complimentary glass of wine and light snack
- Fuel and administration levy
- Hotel pick ups and drop offs (Return transfer for Cairns CBD Accommodation is $26/pp, for Beaches/ Outer City Accommodation is $38/pp, for Port Douglas Accommodation is $115/pp minimum 2 passengers required). Transfers are payable direct to the supplier
- 7:15am - 7.45am: Check-in at the Reef Fleet Terminal - 1 Spence St, Cairns. Enjoy arrival tea, coffee and morning tea onboard before departure. 8.00am: Cruise departs Cairns for the first reef location, safety briefing commences 11:30am: Enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch onboard (special dietary requirements catered for) 1:00pm: Arrival at the second reef location, where you will take to the sky for your scenic helicopter flight 3:00pm: Cruise departs back to Cairns, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, cheese and biscuits 4:30pm: Evolution arrives back in Cairns
- Semi-Submersible Tour
- Guided snorkel tours with a Marine Biologist
- Tours depart daily from the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal at 8.00am and return approximately 4.30pm. Check-in commences from 7.15am and closes at 7.45am. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. You will be required to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your tour and the tour departure point.
- This experience departs from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, Marlin Marina, 1 Spence Street, Cairns
- Sunscreen, hat, change of clothes
- Swimmers and a towel
- Cash or Credit Card for additional purchases (Soft Drinks, Chocolates, Underwater Cameras, T-shirts etc.)
- Please be aware that certain medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart disease, diabetes) and ANY prescription medications will require a letter or email from a doctor clearing you to dive. This clearance must state your full name, the doctor's name and practice and the clearance to dive for the specific medications/condition. Please review the operator's Medical Questionnaire and Terms & Conditions prior to travel.
- All divers are required to complete a Medical Questionnaire. In our commitment to the safety of our guests, divers over 65 years must have a medical clearance from a physician who confirms they are Fit To Dive. Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended.
- Please consider weather and wind strength before booking as Helicopter scenic flights are weather-permitting activities. 130kg Helicopter flight weight restrictions apply.
- Minimum 12 years of age for an introductory scuba dive and 10 years of age for a certified dive.
- Certified divers must show an internationally recognised scuba card.
- Please be aware that certain medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart disease, diabetes) and ANY prescription medications will require a letter or email from a doctor clearing you to dive. This clearance must state your full name, the doctor's name and practice and the clearance to dive for the specific medications/condition. Please review the operator's Medical Questionnaire and Terms & Conditions prior to travel.
- All divers are required to complete a Medical Questionnaire. In our commitment to the safety of our guests, divers over 65 years must have a medical clearance from a physician who confirms they are Fit To Dive. Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended.
- Please consider weather and wind strength before booking as Helicopter scenic flights are weather-permitting activities. 130kg Helicopter flight weight restrictions apply.
- Minimum 12 years of age for an introductory scuba dive and 10 years of age for a certified dive.
- Certified divers must show an internationally recognised scuba card.
- Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- It is highly recommended to reconfirm your booking on arrival in Cairns and confirm your hotel pick up departure and pick up time if required. For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details are included on your tour voucher
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Reconfirm your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and before making other travel arrangements
