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Great Barrier Reef Tour with Helicopter Flight from Cairns

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Meals Included
Lunch
Duration
5 hrs 45 mins - 7 hrs 15 mins
Free Cancellation
72 Hrs Prior

Fly over the Great Barrier Reef and spend the day at Moore Reef on this full-day trip from Cairns with Sunlover Reef Cruises. You check in at the Sunlover desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, then head out to Sunlover's multi-level pontoon on Moore Reef, on the Outer Reef. Depending on the option you choose, you cruise both ways and take a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight from the pontoon, or you swap one or both boat legs for a 25-minute helicopter flight between Cairns and the reef. At the pontoon you have several hours of reef time, with snorkelling gear, glass bottom boat and semi-submersible tours, an underwater observatory, a kids ocean pool, a spacious sun deck and the only waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef. A tropical buffet lunch is included. From the air and in the water, keep your eyes peeled for manta rays, turtles and other marine life. The day lasts about 5 hours 45 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes, depending on the option.

Return Cruise + 10-Minute Helicopter Flight

Cruise from Cairns to Sunlover's Moore Reef pontoon and back, with a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight over the reef that departs and returns from the pontoon.

Inclusions

Return cruise between Cairns and Moore Reef
Admission to the Moore Reef Pontoon, with all snorkelling gear, glass bottom boat and semi-submersible trips, underwater observatory, kids ocean pool, sun deck and waterslide
10-minute scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef
Lunch
Tax

Starting End Point

Meeting point: the Sunlover desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns; check in there
Departure: 08:45; please arrive 45 minutes before the departure time
The boat leaves the reef at 16:00 and arrives back at Cairns Marina at about 17:30

US$ 344.35

Cruise Out + Helicopter Flight Back to Cairns

Cruise out to Sunlover's Moore Reef pontoon in the morning and fly back to Cairns on a 25-minute scenic helicopter flight in the afternoon.

Inclusions

Admission to the Moore Reef Pontoon, with all snorkelling gear, glass bottom boat and semi-submersible trips, underwater observatory, kids ocean pool, sun deck and waterslide
25-minute scenic helicopter flight from the reef back to Cairns
Lunch
Tax

Starting End Point

Meeting point: the Sunlover desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns; check in there to get your tickets
Departure: between 08:45 and 09:30
The helicopter leaves the reef at 15:45 for Cairns; the tour ends at about 16:30

US$ 474.79

Helicopter Flight Out + Cruise Back to Cairns

Fly from Cairns to Sunlover's Moore Reef pontoon on a 25-minute scenic helicopter flight, then cruise back to Cairns in the afternoon.

Inclusions

Admission to the Moore Reef Pontoon, with all snorkelling gear, glass bottom boat and semi-submersible trips, underwater observatory, kids ocean pool, sun deck and waterslide
25-minute scenic helicopter flight from Cairns to the reef
Lunch
Tax

Starting End Point

Meeting point: the Sunlover desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns; check in there at 10:50 to get your tickets
You then go by car to the Zoom Helicopters hangar at Cairns Airport for the safety briefing and boarding; the flight leaves at 11:45
The boat leaves the reef at 16:00; the tour ends at the Reef Fleet Terminal at about 17:30

US$ 511.46

Round Trip Helicopter Flights to the Reef

Fly both ways between Cairns and Sunlover's Moore Reef pontoon, with a 25-minute scenic helicopter flight each way and over 3.5 hours at the reef.

Inclusions

Admission to the Moore Reef Pontoon, with all snorkelling gear, glass bottom boat and semi-submersible trips, underwater observatory, kids ocean pool, sun deck and waterslide
Return helicopter flights: 25 minutes from Cairns to the reef and 25 minutes back
Lunch
Tax

Starting End Point

Meeting point: the Sunlover desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns; check in there at 10:50 to get your tickets
You then go by car to the helicopter for the flight out to the reef at 11:45
The helicopter leaves the reef at 15:45 for Cairns; the tour ends at about 16:30

US$ 730.85

Itinerary

About 7 h 15 min

Route for

3 places
Boat

08:45
Meeting point
Reef Fleet Terminal
Check in at the cruise desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence St).
Get directions
10:15
By boat
12:00
Attraction
Sunlover Reef Cruises Pontoon - Moore Reef
- Arrive Moore Reef Pontoon and 4 hours of reeftime.
- The menu might change depending on the season and availability of ingredients.
Attraction·10 min
Sunlover Reef Cruises Pontoon - Moore Reef
Guided
Enjoy a stunning 10 minute helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef!
Attraction·20 min
Sunlover Reef Cruises Pontoon - Moore Reef
Guided
Experience aglass bottom boat and/or semi submersible tour.

Highlights

Take a scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef
Choose a 10-minute flight from the pontoon, or fly between Cairns and the reef one way or both ways
Spend the day at Sunlover's multi-level pontoon on Moore Reef
Snorkel and look out for manta rays, turtles and other marine life
Ride the only waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef
Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch on the pontoon

What's Included

Admission to the Moore Reef Pontoon, with all snorkelling gear, glass bottom boat and semi-submersible trips, underwater observatory, kids ocean pool, spacious sun deck and the only waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef
Helicopter flight, depending on the option: a 10-minute scenic flight from the pontoon, a 25-minute flight from Cairns to the reef, a 25-minute flight from the reef back to Cairns, or 25-minute flights both ways
Lunch
Tax

What's Not Included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Insurance

Child Adult Policy

Child tickets are for ages 2-15; Adult tickets are for ages 16 and over
Return Cruise + 10-Minute Helicopter Flight: infants aged 0-1 go free when they do not occupy a separate seat, and can fly on the lap of a parent or guardian, limited to one infant per flight
Options with a helicopter flight between Cairns and the reef: infants aged 0-1 need an Infant ticket
Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount when you book
Helicopter seat charges apply to all passengers aged 2 and over
This activity has no age limit

Things To Know

This activity is not stroller or wheelchair accessible
Each passenger's individual weight must be given at the time of booking
Latecomers and no-shows cannot be refunded
Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a cap or hat, swimwear, cash, a towel, a water bottle and valid ID
Wear sun protective clothing; a light jacket is recommended in cooler months
Bring your smartphone to download the on-board digital guide
The schedule may change depending on traffic and weather conditions

Starting End Point

Check in at the Sunlover Reef Cruises desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St (LOT 996 Pier Point Rd), Cairns City QLD 4870
Check-in time depends on the option: 08:45 for options that cruise out to the reef, 10:50 for options that fly out from Cairns
Options that fly out from Cairns go by car from the Reef Fleet Terminal to the helicopter for the flight out to the reef
Return depends on the option: about 17:30 by boat to the Reef Fleet Terminal, or about 16:30 for options that fly back to Cairns
Please refer to the map for assistance

Location

Sunlover Reef Cruises Pontoon, Moore Reef, Great Barrier Reef

How To Get There

By bus: the nearest stop is Spence St at Grafton St, about 8 minutes' walk from the Reef Fleet Terminal

How To Redeem

Present your mobile voucher
The voucher is valid only on the date booked

Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation: Cancel at least 72 hours before the scheduled visit to receive a refund.
Late Cancellation: Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the scheduled visit will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
Refund Processing Charges: Approximately 4% will be deducted from the refundable amount to cover payment gateway and refund transaction fees. These charges are not retained by JTR Holidays.

FAQs

Below are some commonly asked questions. If you have any additional inquiries or need further clarification, please reach out to our team via live chat, contact us form, or WhatsApp.

There are four options: a return cruise with a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight from the pontoon; a 25-minute helicopter flight from Cairns to the reef with the boat back; the boat out with a 25-minute helicopter flight back to Cairns; or 25-minute helicopter flights both ways.

Check in at the Sunlover Reef Cruises desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns City. Options that fly out from Cairns then go by car to the helicopter for the flight out to the reef.

Admission to the Moore Reef Pontoon with snorkelling gear, glass bottom boat and semi-submersible trips, the underwater observatory, kids ocean pool, sun deck and waterslide, the helicopter flight of your option, lunch and tax. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included.

Yes. Child tickets are for ages 2-15 and Adult tickets for ages 16 and over. On the return cruise option, infants aged 0-1 go free when they do not occupy a separate seat and can fly on the lap of a parent or guardian, limited to one infant per flight. The options with a helicopter flight between Cairns and the reef sell an Infant ticket for ages 0-1. All infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount.

No. This activity is not stroller or wheelchair accessible.

Yes. Each passenger's individual weight must be given at the time of booking for the helicopter flight.

Yes. You can cancel free of charge at least 72 hours before your scheduled visit. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the visit cannot be refunded.