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Private Helicopter Tour: Reef Island Snorkeling and Gourmet Picnic Lunch
(22) Reviews
Pier Point Road
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Weight Policy: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry-on luggage MUST be advised at time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single seat payload of 130kg. For passenger comfort and aircraft weight and balance, passengers exceeding 130kg are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of ticket price - this is non-commissionable and payable to Nautilus Aviation on day of travel.
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All product requires a minimum number of passengers to proceed. Our Reservations team will reach out to confirm availability within the shortest possible time after we receive your order.
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Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
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Vlasoff Cay is a public sand cay and as such can not be reserved. On the rare occasion it is occupied on our arrival we will not be permitted to land. If this occurs passengers will receive an extended reef scenic flight back to the Pier Heliport (total flying time 45 mins including initial 20 mins from Cairns to Vlasoff Cay). Passengers will be able to keep their picnic lunch and our reservations team will advise and assist with any refunds applicable.
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Child Policy: Children 3 years and above are legally required to be seated in their own seat and are therefore required to pay the full ticket price. Subject to conditions, children under 3 years may travel free of charge when seated on a parents/guardians lap. For bookings of more than one infant (under 3 years), conditions apply – please contact Reservations.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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For a once in a lifetime experience, combine your scenic flight with an exclusive getaway to your own piece of paradise. Feel the thrill of flying over the picturesque coral-studded sea before landing on Vlasoff Cay (ex Cairns) - a pristine sand cay in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Relax on the pure white sand, beach comb for treasures, lay in the shallow crystal waters or snorkel straight off the cay and discover the magic of the underwater world. The experience is complete with a gourmet picnic hamper, sparkling wine and snorkelling equipment.
Highlights
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
25-minute scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef
Picnic basket including gourmet food and beverages
Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Snorkeling equipment
Fuel surcharge
2-hours on secluded Vlasoff Cay
Picnic blanket, beach umbrella and beach chairs
Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
Accommodation transfers
Meeting Points
Departure
Marina Point
We recommend you are checked in 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Check-in will close 30 minutes before departure and you will not be able to check in after this time. Failure to adhere to check-in times, may result in you missing your flight and forfeiting the fare paid.
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Itinerary
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Nautilus Aviation
We recommend you are checked in 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Check-in will close 30 minutes before departure and you will not be able to check in after this time. Failure to adhere to check-in times, may result in you missing your flight and forfeiting the fare paid.
You'll then board the helicopter to travel to Vlasoff Cay
45 minutes
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Great Barrier Reef
Fly over the magnificent Great Barrier Reef before landing on Vlasoff Cay.
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Vlasoff Cay
Spend approx. 2 hours at Vlasoff Cay.
Relax on the pure white sand, beach comb for treasures, lay in the shallow crystal waters or snorkel straight off the cay and discover the magic of the underwater world.
2 hours
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Great Barrier Reef
On your return journey, enjoy admiring the views of the reef before heading back to Cairns.
Private Helicopter Tour: Reef Island Snorkeling and Gourmet Picnic Lunch
(22) Reviews
Pier Point Road
About
For a once in a lifetime experience, combine your scenic flight with an exclusive getaway to your own piece of paradise. Feel the thrill of flying over the picturesque coral-studded sea before landing on Vlasoff Cay (ex Cairns) - a pristine sand cay in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Relax on the pure white sand, beach comb for treasures, lay in the shallow crystal waters or snorkel straight off the cay and discover the magic of the underwater world. The experience is complete with a gourmet picnic hamper, sparkling wine and snorkelling equipment.
Highlights
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
25-minute scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef
Picnic basket including gourmet food and beverages
Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Snorkeling equipment
Fuel surcharge
2-hours on secluded Vlasoff Cay
Picnic blanket, beach umbrella and beach chairs
Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
Accommodation transfers
Meeting Points
Departure
Marina Point
We recommend you are checked in 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Check-in will close 30 minutes before departure and you will not be able to check in after this time. Failure to adhere to check-in times, may result in you missing your flight and forfeiting the fare paid.
