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This 60-minute helicopter ride over the Whitsundays gives you a bird’s-eye view of Australia’s most famous tropical islands and sand cays that you won’t forget. You can see coral clearly from your guaranteed window seat as you fly above the blue seas of the Great Barrier Reef. This unique trip departs from Airlie Beach every day and showcases the area’s most beautiful tourist spots, including the dazzling patterns of Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and the romantic Heart Reef.
  • 7:00am – 8:00am
  • 8:30am – 9:30am
  • 10:00am – 11:00am
  • 11:30am – 12:30pm
  • 1:00pm – 2:00pm
  • 2.30pm – 3.30pm
  • Adult: $335 (15 years and over)
  • Child: $335 (2-14 years, Infants 0-23 months old free of charge)
  • Family: $N/A

SCUBA Diving

Seawalker Helmet Diving

Fitzroy Island

Fare options
  • Adult: $335 (15 years and over) $1,410
  • Child: $335 (2-14 years, Infants 0-23 months old free of charge) $1,895
  • Family: $N/A $2,379
What you can actually see!
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Introducing our Scenic Flight Whitsundays

As your fixed-wing aircraft or helicopter glides over the vibrant blues and greens of the reef, your pilot delivers professional live commentary about the marine ecology, possibilities to observe whales during certain seasons, and the history of the area. With careful attention to comfort and safety, and precise weight constraints for each seat, this aircraft provides passengers with an elevated view of the Whitsundays in a way that fits the definition of real luxury.

Tour Details

  • Tour Code: PX6-B, PX6-S, PX6-P
  • Operates: Friday, *Monday (*Mar-Aug)
  • Departs: 7:25am
  • Finishes: 10:00am
  • 5 Nights' accommodation (hostel/resort)
  • Meals 5 x breakfast, 4 x lunch, 5 x dinner
  • Admission to 4 National Parks
  • Dolphin experience fees
  • Guided walks (up to ~7km, grade 1-4)
  • Hosted by an experienced driver-guide
  • Air-conditioned small group touring

Highlights

  • Visit the weathered rock spires in the Pinnacles Desert
  • See the panoramic coastline of the Indian Ocean
  • Explore the stunning gorge views of Kalbarri National Park from the Skywalk
  • Admire Nature’s Window and hike the Z Bend in Murchison Gorge
  • Wander along Shell Beach made of tiny white shells
  • Be blown away by ‘The Stromatolites’ at Shark Bay World Heritage Listed area
  • Meet the famous wild dolphins of Monkey Mia Conservation Park
  • Snorkel the Ningaloo Reef at Coral Bay and relax in the crystal clear waters of Turquoise Bay
  • Guided tour of Cape Range National Park and Vlamingh Head Lighthouse at sunset
  • Join a swim a Manta Ray or Whalesharks tour (optional)
Booking
Full Itinerary

Get ready for an amazing airborne trip that will show you one of the most amazing natural wonders on Earth. Your trip starts at Whitsunday Airport, which is just a few minutes from Airlie Beach. Our friendly ground staff will greet you there.

After takeoff, your helicopter rises over the green peaks and blue seas of the Whitsunday Islands. Look down at Whitehaven Beach, famous for its pristine white silica sand, and Hill Inlet, which is always changing as tides shape the sand into swirling patterns.

Next, the plane flies over the Great Barrier Reef to show the famous Heart Reef, a coral masterpiece visible only from the air. This fantastic creation has come to symbolise Australia’s natural beauty and romanticism.

Your skilled pilot will tell you tales about the reef’s ecology, the islands’ geology, and the marine life that lives below throughout the journey. As the trip comes to an end, your helicopter does one more beautiful loop over the islands before smoothly returning to Whitsunday Airport, where you will have memories for the rest of your life.

Terms & Conditions

All prices include GST and taxes for Marine Park. If the price of gasoline goes beyond $1.50 per litre, a fuel fee may apply. Depending on the weather and tides, sites may be open, and timetables may alter. Please double-check your reservation 48 hours before you leave.

Unless you tell Ocean Rafting not to, they may use pictures of guests for advertising.

Adventure travel is risky by nature, and those who go do so at their own risk. People who have hurt their back, neck, or hips, or who are in the last three months of pregnancy, can’t come. Age limit: 6 months. You must sign a waiver before you leave. We suggest getting travel insurance.

You don’t need any previous experience, but you should be in excellent health and have a pleasant attitude.

All cancellations are subject to a 5% booking charge that can’t be refunded. You may change or cancel your reservation until noon the day before you leave. There will be no refunds beyond this time. If the operator cancels because of bad weather or safety concerns, passengers may either reschedule or get their money back, less a 5% service charge.

All credit card payments include a 1.6% processing charge.

Prices are good for travel until March 31, 2026. When you make a reservation for a future date, the new prices will instantly show up.

Passengers on cruise ships should be aware that Scenic Flight Whitsundays itineraries do not match cruise ship arrival and departure timings. Bookings must be made via the cruise’s tour desk.

There are extra costs for public holidays for the Northern Exposure, Southern Lights, Fly Raft, and Rafting Squad packages, but not for the scenic flights.

There are public holidays on the following days: APR 25 to MAR 26 and 05 May 25 to Labour Day.

  • October 25, 06: King’s Birthday
  • Christmas Day, December 25 (CLOSED)
  • December 26 is Boxing Day.
  • January 26, 01—New Year’s Day
  • 26 January is Australia Day.
  • APR 26–MAR 27 03 APR 26–Good Friday
  • April 26, 04: Easter Saturday
  • April 26, 05—Easter Sunday
  • April 26, 06—Easter Monday
  • Anzac Day is on April 26.
  • May 26 is Labour Day.
    *Still to be announced* – Show Whitsundays
  • October 26 is King’s Birthday.
  • December 25 is Christmas Day (CLOSED)
  • December 26 is Boxing Day.
  • 28 December 26 is a public holiday for Boxing Day.
FAQ

The trip lasts a full hour and gives you uninterrupted overhead views of the Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and Heart Reef.

Yes. Every passenger gets a window seat, which is the finest place to take panoramic shots and see the sights.

Scenic Helicopters has a fleet of contemporary luxury helicopters that are safe, comfortable, and great for viewing.

Yes, for sure. It costs $335 per child, and kids under two may travel for free on a parent’s lap.

Yes. You may take a free shuttle from your Airlie Beach hotel to Whitsunday Airport and return.

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