Mudjimba Seaplane Adventure: Thrilling Water Take-off and Landing with Unparalleled Beach Views
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127 Ratings
Maroochydore
Experience the thrill of a water take-off and landing on the Maroochy River with unparalleled beach views. Enjoy a 10-minute flight and receive a memory-making photo book of your adventure.
Duration: 10 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Maroochydore Beach - Take off from Maroochy River, fly over the sandy windings of the river’s mouth, get a bird’s-eye-view of the coastline south from Cottontree, Maroochydore, to Point Cartwright…
  • Mudjimba - Mudjimba Island (also known as Old Woman Island) is located approximately 1km off the coast of Mooloolaba. It is considered to be one of the best surfing spots on the Sunshine Coast. Circle the island at 500ft (150m) for a unique perspective. Pick out the foundation of the old cottage and see why it would be a treasured surf spot.
  • Twin Waters - Views north as you return from Mudjimba Island take in Coolum’s unusual monolith and north Sunshine Coast beaches. Return to touch down on Maroochy River like a black swan!
  • Chambers Island - End where you began at Paradise Seaplanes’ base on Maroochy River near Chambers Island.
What's Included
  • Deluxe Photobook x1
  • Live commentary on board
  • Digital photos of your adventure
  • Headset & Safety Equipment
  • 10-minute Seaplane Adventure
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Experience the exhilaration of a water take-off and landing on the serene Maroochy River in the only Southern Hemisphere’s Wilga Warbird Seaplane. Its 9-cylinder radial engine, superior-to-helicopter views, slow flight, and vintage-spy-plane aura will offer you an awe-inspiring panorama of the magnificent Sunshine Coast, focused on Mudjimba Island.
Every seat is positioned by the window, ensuring unobstructed views of the coastline and river beneath. You’ll fly over Cottontree, venture out to the broad expanses of the ocean around Mudjimba Island, circle back for views of the northern coastline, and gently alight on the Maroochy River.
This classic Sunshine Coast journey entails a 10-minute flight/30-minute adventure that keeps you grinning for days.
This package includes a brag book and memory maker 20-page hardcover Photo Book documenting your adventure. (Delivery expected 2-4 weeks post flight)

  • Maximum total passenger weight per flight is 200 kilograms. You must advise your weight at time of booking.
  • Please Note: This aircraft is operated in the Limited Category under CASR Part 132 and are required to inform you of the following: This aircraft was not designed for air transport operations and is not required to be operated to the same safety standards as an aircraft used for air transport operations. In undertaking this Adventure Flight the passenger/s accepts the potential risks
Location
Paradise Seaplanes
Bradman Avenue
Find our marquee on the river bank right next to the car parking.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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676michm
May 28, 2024
A grinning experience - Husband and son did this experience. The grin from ear to ear after they landed said it all. Shawn the pilot was amazing explaining everything to our quietly anxious 7year old. The views were fantastic, they had a great day for it and such a fun experience taking off and landing on water. Definitely recommend to anyone. Contact them directly for a chat!
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Lolat529
May 11, 2024
Doors off tour of the Sunshine Coast - This was an amazing experience, the Pilot was great and made you feel very comfortable. He was very informative as well. We had the Doors off which was awesome and I would recommend the only way to go. Great memories of this experience and would recommend to everyone.
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Sandea2024
Mar 7, 2024
Amazing scenic flight experience. - The view was incredible. Shawn was a great friendly pilot. Flight was very relaxing and peaceful with doors on. We saw a couple rainbows which was pretty awesome.
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Shellstar03
Mar 7, 2024
The best experience you can gift yourself or another - It was such a great experience with great host and great plane , best joyride I have ever done. I highly recommend doing this so you get the full view of where you holiday or live. Such a new and great perspective. I celebrated my 50th experience in such a wonderful way
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492jayneg
Mar 2, 2024
Recommend this exceptional experience - a flight like no other. - Huge shout out to this team for an exceptional experience. I was a bit nervous but definitely didn't need to be. Highly recommend this unforgettable experience. Do it!!
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Theresec2024
Jan 1, 2024
Up Up and Away - Our daughter, granddaughters and their partners gave us this wonderful experience for Christmas. Shawn was a delightful pilot, patient and describing what to expect. It was a fabulous time of day and perfect weather for the flight. Loved skimming across the water and the relaxed feeling of soaring like a bird, taking in all the gorgeous scenery of the coast. Can recommend Shawn and the flight as a fantastic way to view this area. Thanks, Shawn, for making the flight a truly wonderful experience for us. Therese and John
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Julieallford
Oct 29, 2023
Simply amazing experience - On a trip from England, I booked a flight with Shawn for the Noosa River flight. Absolutely amazing experience, never been on a seaplane before but would definitely recommend this experience. Shawn was a fantastic pilot, pointing out whales & other interests on the way. I ordered the photo souvenir book for a keep sake & again this was beautifully done, with a combination of pictures of myself & friend, beautiful coastal views, pictures of the planes with descriptions on various landmarks. So glad I ordered this book, it was worth every dollar. Thanks again Shawn for the wonderful memories. Best wishes Julie
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Alexxm630
Sep 17, 2023
I was scared, BUT IT WAS AMAZING!! - I was very scared of how the plane would feel, however, Shaun really helped me overcome that fear and explained everything I needed to know about the plane to make me feel comfortable. An absolutely amazing experience, we saw whales and plenty of dolphins. Don’t let the fear take over, the experience was incredible!!
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945arlynh
Aug 15, 2023
The best.. - The best experience I had on my birthday with my friends. Perfect weather and a lovely day to be up in the sky.
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Getaway16217475536
Jun 15, 2023
A Perfect once in a lifetime experience - An amazing flight with an excellent and most sympathic pilot made it a once in a lifetime experience. I‘ld give it 10 Stars of possible … Not to forget: Flight without doors —> the way how to experience it best :)
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