Top Queensland Helicopter Tours

Customize your visit to the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns with your selection from three travel options with a choice of snorkeling, scuba diving, and a one-way or round-trip scenic helicopter tour. Admire views of the Great Barrier Reef from your helicopter as you get a multi-angled perspective on one of the world’s top natural wonders. Then enjoy a close experience of the coral reef by choosing to snorkel or enroll in an optional scuba diving course (additional expense).

Enjoy unforgettable views of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef as you fly over the UNESCO-listed natural wonder in a helicopter. Experience the magnitude of the vast reef as you float overhead on a 25-minute flight, spotting landmarks like Green Island and Upolo Cay and swooping low enough to see coral clusters and schools of tropical fish and rays. This tour includes pick-up from Cairns and Northern Beaches hotels.

Discover one of the world’s most breath-taking natural wonders from the sea and the sky on this 6-hour tour from Cairns. Marvel at the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef as you cruise out to the Moore Reef pontoon; enjoy swimming and snorkeling amid schools of tropical fish and spot marine life from a glass-bottom or semi-submersible boat. After tucking into a hearty buffet lunch (included), return to the mainland on a thrilling helicopter flight and admire spectacular aerial views along the coast.

Soar over Brisbane’s skyline and learn about the city at the same time with this private helicopter adventure. It’s a much more luxurious alternative to a sunset bus tour, and helps save time as traffic isn’t an issue. During the tour, fly over Mount Gravatt, Story Bridge, the Brisbane River, and the Old Government House with commentary from the pilot throughout and spectacular sunset views.

Whitehaven Beach is a sliver of white-sand and clear water heaven, but it usually takes a few hours to reach the secluded spot by boat. With this tour, quickly reach the beach by helicopter from Whitsunday Airport. Get aerial views of the Whitsunday Islands on a roughly 15-minute flight, spend some free time on the beach, and head back to the coast. You’ll have plenty of time left in your day for another adventure.

Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. Climb aboard a 35 meter superyacht in Cairns and set sail for the open sea. Reach the Barrier Reef and explore the colorful world underneath the water, and snorkel or dive for a closer look. Travel to 2 different locations on the reef to see more of this special place

Explore the Great Barrier Reef and a lush island rain forest on this full-day catamaran tour to Green Island from Cairns. Create your own perfect day on this protected coral cay with a variety of activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, Seawalking, nature walks, and tours on a glass-bottom boat. Upgrade to include a delicious buffet lunch on board the catamaran and/or a ride in a semi-submarine. It’s a fantastic way to discover the underwater wonders of the world’s most famous reef!

Take a leisurely river cruise from Brisbane to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to observe native Australian wildlife. This half-day tour departs from bustling Southbank and cruises along the Brisbane River with views of iconic landmarks on the way to Lone Pine. Upon arrival, enjoy ample time to meet the animals. Observe the platypus, and watch animal shows that feature sheepdogs and birds of prey. A great experience for animal lovers.

Tackle the grade II and III rapids of the Barron River on this adrenaline-pumping half-day tour from Cairns or Port Douglas. Prepare to get wet and wild as you hurtle over the rapids, then float downstream past the jagged cliffs, plunging ravines, and lush rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park. Best of all: with gentle rapids and full instruction provided, this tour is suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.

Explore the lush beauty, amazing wildlife and rich heritage of Tropical North Queensland on this customizable full-day trip to Kuranda from Cairns. Travel to this enchanting rain forest village aboard the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, and choose from a variety of activities including visits to the Tjupakai Aboriginal Cultural Park and Rainforestation Nature Park. Hang out with koalas and exotic birds, browse local markets and opt to include a delicious buffet lunch. At the end of the day, glide through the treetops back to Cairns on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

Indulge yourself and your loved ones with a private helicopter tour that takes you out to a secluded island on the Great Barrier Reef. Admire the reef from above during your 25-minute scenic helicopter flight, then experience its natural beauty up close after your pilot gently lands on the gorgeous and remote Vlasoff Cay (or Turtle Beach if Vlasoff Cay is occupied). Enjoy a two-hour retreat in paradise with everything you need provided, including a picnic basket with champagne and nibbles, picnic blanket, deck chairs, beach umbrella and snorkeling equipment.

Experience the sights of Brisbane from above on this private helicopter tour. Follow the Brisbane River to Suncorp Stadium and circle around the spectacular towering skyline of the central business district. Get a bird’s-eye view of the Story Bridge and Gabba Stadium. Then, head back toward Archerfield airport, flying over the inner city suburbs.

Witness the magic of the Great Barrier Reef from high above during a sightseeing flight from Port Douglas. Tour highlights include views of Snapper Island, Cape Tribulation, and the Daintree Rainforest in the distance. While flying low over Batt Reef, you’ll get the chance to spot stingrays, turtles, manta rays, sharks, dugongs, dolphins, and even whales (during the winter months). The longer flight option includes views of the reef and rainforest over the town of Mossman and Mossman Gorge.

Experience the renowned Agincourt Reef, a ribbon reef lagoon located on the edge of Australia's continental shelf, during this cruise from Port Douglas. The vessel’s spacious activity platform offers a range of activities, such as snorkeling and a semi-submersible coral viewing tour, to help you explore the reef from both above and below. Helicopter transfers to and from the platform offer spectacular views.

It can be easy to miss the forest for the trees when you’re visiting a big city like Brisbane – driving around the city in taxis and buses, it can be easy to forget that there’s more to this metropolis than just skyscrapers and shopping malls. Take in the city from the sky on this scenic helicopter tour from east to west. Fly around the towering suburban mountains Coot-Tha and Gravatt, see the Brisbane River winding through the city center, and get bird’s-eye views of sights like the Gabba and the Kangaroo Point Cliffs.

Experience the Great Barrier Reef from the air and sea with a helicopter flight and cruise from Cairns. Depending on the tides and weather, head to either Norman or Saxon Reef where you'll be able to snorkel, relax on the sun deck, and enjoy an Aussie BBQ lunch. Following that, you'll get the chance to soar over picturesque reef systems before returning to the boat.

Enjoy the best of both worlds on this exhilarating 45-minute helicopter flight, crossing both land and sea. Swoop over the lush rainforest and thundering waterfalls of the Barron Gorge, then admire the vast reefs and aquamarine waters of the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef. Spot landmarks like Stoney Creek Falls, Green Island and Arlington Reef, and snap aerial photos of the Northern Beaches and Palm Cove. This tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off from Cairns.

Experience a scenic flight over the magnificent White Mountains National Park. This 60 minute tour offers aerial views over the red Outback Desert Uplands, dramatic escarpments and gorges. Follow the spring fed Flinders River, the longest river in Queensland. Appreciate this incredible environment with a short remote landing in the river gorge. Enjoy exclusive views of a true remote wilderness within White Mountain National Park, rarely shared with other visitors. Your flight will call in to the remote Torrens Creek Exchange Hotel; a classic Aussie pub. Includes complimentary beverage at the Torrens Creek Exchange Hotel.

Catch amazing views of the Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and the Great Barrier Reef, including the famous Heart Reef, on this scenic helicopter ride. Perfect for those travelers who are short on time, this tour covers many sights at once. Enjoy in-flight commentary about the sights from the pilot.

Depart from the Porcupine Gorge Camping Ground helipad on a spectacularly scenic adventure flight over Australia’s little Grand Canyon. Witness the incredible contrast between towering cliffs of vibrantly coloured sandstone and the sparsely wooded, dry flat plains of the Savannah landscape. These sedimentary rocks, more than 500 million years in the making were carved out by Porcupine Creek, a meandering string of clear pools. We fly to the upper end of the basalt capped sandstone rock formation, an area only seen from the sky. Then it’s a final sweep of the canyon as your return to the landing pad. Includes complimentary water.

Capture those Instagram moments in solitude on your own private Sand Cay. Make this the highlight of your visit to the Great Barrier Reef - the most cost effective way to indulge in one of the signature Great Barrier Reef experiences and create once in a lifetime memories. An intimate and personalised tour delivered by passionate locals. IMPORTANT - GBRMPA permit conditions apply. Sand Cays in the Marine Park are accessible by the public and by other tourism operators. For this reason, exclusive access to Vlassof Cay cannot be guaranteed. Landings are only permitted when the Sand Cay is unoccupied and subject to weather and tides. On the rare occasion that Vlassof Cay is occupied on our arrival, we will extend the scenic flight by 10 mins, get high over the outer Barrier Reef and pop the bubbles on-board ! Conditions applicable to Sand Cay tours detailed here are discussed and confirmed with passengers prior to flight.

Discover the beautiful Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef on this helicopter experience. During the tour, you’ll be able to take in aerial views of highlights of the region, including the Great Barrier Reef and Hill Inlet, plus spend time on a secluded section of Whitehaven Beach. Order snacks (at your own expense) to enjoy a picnic on the beach.

Your package includes transfers to the World-Famous Whitehaven Beach. Cruise through the turquoise waters of the Whitsunday Islands to arrive at GSL Marine Whitehaven Beach Club. Our scenic helicopter flight with a guaranteed window seat offers spectacular views of Whitehaven Beach and the Iconic Hill Inlet and the magical colours of the swirling white sands contrasting against the turquoise waters of the Inlet. Your tour also includes a Buffet lunch on the beach, access to all activities and facilities of the Beach Club. With up to 4 hours at Whitehaven there is plenty of time to relax or explore. Plenty of time to do a self guided walk to South Whitehaven Lookout with magical views of the Whitsunday Islands. Create a day to remember by adding one of these optional extras like snorkelling to your tour. Depart daily from Port of Airlie, Airlie Beach. Bus transfers between your local accommodation and Port of Airlie are included.

This 40-minute reef scenic helicopter flight is incredible. By extending the flight by another 10 minutes, we take in all the highlights of the 30-minute product, but extend the flight path out to the east, passing Green Island and tracking to the outer edge of Arlington Reef – one of the largest reefs in the northern section of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. We traverse the very edge of the reef pushing toward the edge of the Australian continental shelf where the water clarity is unsurpassed, and the ocean floor drops away to over 1,000 feet. The additional time allows us to push further north past sandy Vlasoff Cay and on to the outer reaches of the Reef to immerse yourself in the colours and textures of the reef and clear blue waters. The massive North Queensland skies provide unforgettable backdrops for the keen photographer to capture once in a lifetime images. Our local pilot/guides provide commentary and insights into the reef and its abundance of marine inhabitants.