10 Helicopter Tours in Cairns Region That You Shouldn't Miss

Fly high over the Barron Gorge and stunning rainforest canopies before heading over magnificent sights such as the Great Barrier Reef, it's spectacular islands and sand cays. This 45-minute helicopter flight allows one to see the 'best of both worlds', as it showcases the highlights of heritage rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.

Inclusions: 45-minute helicopter flight, Informative commentary during the flight, Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST), Pick up and drop off from Cairns and Northern Beaches hotels, Complimentary water, tea and coffee

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Return transfers to/from Port Douglas are $205 per car (up to 4 passengers).

Departing Cairns, enjoy a scenic helicopter flight to Green Island - a beautiful 6,000-year-old coral cay located within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park - one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. With its reef and rainforest environment enjoy a half day or full day in nature's lover paradise before returning to Cairns via catamaran.

Inclusions: 20 minute scenic flight to Green Island, Choice of 4 hours or 6 hours on Green Island, One of six lunch menu options from Emeralds Restaurant, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Glass bottom boat coral reef viewing tour, Exclusive use of the island swimming pool, Self-guided eco Island walk, Use of Green Island Resort's day facilities, Air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise

Exclusions: Scuba & helmet diving, Kayaking, Parasailing, hotel Pick-ups and drop-offs

Discover the iconic great barrier Reef combining an awe-inspiring helicopter flight with a great Adventures outer reef day experience. The spacious activity platform moored on the spectacular outer reef makes possible exciting inclusive and optional activities for all ages in and out of the water. With options to transfer to and from the platform by helicopter (and cruise the other) or take to the sky on a joy flight, you will have the best seat to witness this natural wonder.

Inclusions: Fly/Cruise or Cruise/Fly: Approx. 25 minute scenic flight, Approx. 2.5 hours at the outer reef platform, Reef presentation, Use of Snorkelling equipment, snorkelling instruction provided, Hot and cold buffet lunch, including prawns, semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour with commentary, underwater Observatory and Eco Reef Talk, buoyancy vests and flotation noodles, Lycra suits

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, Scuba Diving, Scuba Doo underwater scooter, guided snorkelling tour

Experience the magic of the Great Barrier Reef from above, with an exhilarating helicopter flight over picturesque reef systems and up close onboard luxury vessel, Evolution. be treated to an Aussie BBQ lunch and snorkelling to discover the mysteries of the underwater world. Activities available onboard at an extra cost include scuba diving (for beginners and experienced divers) and coral viewing from the semi-submersible.

Inclusions: Visit to 2 outer reef locations, 5 hours reef time , Use of Snorkelling equipment, BBQ Buffet Lunch, 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight , a glass of wine and cheese & fruit platter on cruise back to Cairns, Live Entertainment on cruise back to Cairns

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, Semi-Submersible, Marine Biology Snorkel Lesson/Tour, AU$20per person EMC and Fuel Levy is payable direct to the operator on the day of travel, Scub Diving

Experience the sheer size and beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and gain a true appreciation of one of the seven natural wonders of the world. This flight includes views of beautiful Green Island and Fitzroy Island and on low tide, Vlasoff Sand Cay and Upolu Sand Cay. Sightings of manta rays, turtles and other marine life are not uncommon. If you're flying with us in the winter months, there is even a chance of spotting whales!

Inclusions: Scenic Helicopter Flight, Informative commentary during the flight, Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST), Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns hotels

Exclusions: Transfers to/from Port Douglas are $205 per car ( up to 4 passengers)

Spend two days exploring the very best of Cairns. Enjoy a full day in tropical Kuranda and on your second day discover why the Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's a natural wonders. Including a reef cruise and a scenic helicopter flight, this two day package is the ultimate reef and rainforest experience, leaving you with plenty of time to fully appreciate Australia's tropical north.

Inclusions: Only on the day of the Cruise., Use of Snorkelling equipment, Hotel pickup and drop-off (Cairns City), Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail Cableway, Great Barrier Reef Cruise, 25-minute helicopter one-way tour from Great Barrier Reef to Cairns

Exclusions: Lunch not included on the Day with Skyrail and Kuranda Scenic Railway, AUD $20per person for the Environmental Management Charge and Fuel Levy is payable direct to the operator on the day of travel, Accommodation, Scuba diving, Semi-submersible tour (payable direct on the day), Transfers from Port Douglas hotels are additional cost

Explore the Great Barrier Reef on a half-day or full-day excursion that travels by helicopter and boat so that you can make the most of your time. Choose from three options for your tour of one of the world’s best coral reefs and enjoy snorkeling and scuba diving. 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.

Inclusions: BBQ lunch, Use of Snorkelling equipment

Exclusions: Optional introductory or certified dives, payable direct on travel date (morning cruise only), AU$20per person Environmental Management Charge (EMC) and Fuel Levy is payable direct to the operator on the day of travel, Hotel pickup and drop off

Hit the rails, the rainforest, the sky and the reef in an action-packed day trip from Cairns! You'll take the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway between Carins and Kuranda, soar over the Great Barrier Reef on a helicopter tour, take a lunchtime cruise on the reef, then spend the afternoon swimming or snorkeling before cruising back to Cairns. What a rewarding day out!

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off from Cairns hotels, Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail Cableway, Approx. 25-minute helicopter tour, Use of snorkeling equipment, Buffet lunch

Exclusions: Beverages, AU$20per person for the Environmental Management Charge and Fuel Levy is payable direct to the operator on the day of travel, Semi-submersible boat tour and diving, Private return transfers to/from Port Douglas are $205 per car (up to 4 passengers).

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.

Inclusions: 25-minute scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef, 2-hours on secluded Vlasoff Cay (or Turtle Beach), Picnic basket including gourmet food and beverages, Snorkeling equipment, Picnic blanket, beach umbrella and beach chairs, Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST), Hotel pickup and drop-off Cairns

Exclusions: Private return transfers to/from Port Douglas are $205 per car (up to 4 passengers).

Explore the reef and everything it has to offer as you start the day off with a cruise out to the Moore Reef Pontoon. Relax on the new two-level pontoon boat as you snorkel and slide down the new slide into the Great Barrier Reef. After spending the day on the reef take to the skies for the voyage home and experience the beautiful reef from the air.

Inclusions: Tropical buffet lunch, Guided coral viewing from the semi-submersible vessel and glass bottom boat, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Fully enclosed kids pool, Giant Waterslide and Sun Deck, Return helicopter flight, Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)

Exclusions: Souvenir photos, Diving, Helmet Diving, Hotel pickup and drop off