Outer Reef Odyssey: 40-Minute Scenic Helicopter Flight to the Great Barrier Reef

Embark on a breathtaking 40-minute scenic helicopter flight to the Great Barrier Reef. Extend the flight to explore the outer edge of Arlington Reef and capture stunning images of the reef’s vibrant colors and marine life.

Duration: 40 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Great Barrier Reef - A fabulous scenic helicopter flight. In forty minutes, we’ll go beyond the inner reef, to the outer regions of the Great Barrier Reef where the frequency of coral structures is outstanding. The additional time allows us to explore more widely, watching out for the incredible reef wildlife flourishing in this World Heritage listed icon.
What's Included
  • 40 minute reef scenic flight
  • All fees and/or taxes included
  • Informative, in-flight commentary
What's Not Included
  • Unique, collectable ‘Zoomy’ Merchandise - optional
  • Personalised ‘in-flight’ video - optional
Additional Information

This magnificent 40-minute helicopter tour over the reef is a truly breathtaking experience. By adding an extra 10 minutes to the standard 30-minute flight, you’ll have the opportunity to see all the highlights of our regular tour, while extending the journey eastwards. This takes us past Green Island and to the outer boundaries of Arlington Reef – a…

Location
Zoom Helicopters
Turn off the Captain Cook Highway into the General Aviation entrance to Cairns Airport, turn right and you will find us opposite the Aviation Skills Centre on the left hand side of Bush Pilots Avenue.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Michael_m
Sep 30, 2024
Outstandingly and worth the trip! - A delightful and spectacular experience! A beautiful day – clear skies and a very engaging and competent Pilot and guide. We felt entirely safe and thoroughly enjoyed the view! Thanks to Neals for ensuring our experience was amazing!
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Wendy_k
Aug 26, 2024
Must Do Experience - Environmentally unique. Staff went beyond duties to cover needs Brilliant photos. ooooooooooooooooooooooo
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Remco_b
Jun 2, 2024
Beautiful flight over the outer reefs - Beautiful flight over the outer reefs, green island and a landing on Middle cay. Wildlife is visible as the altitude is on some places only 50m of do above sea level.
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Michael
Apr 9, 2024
Sky Lord - A wonderful day and a great experience Chris is so nice and knowledgeable. Dugongs, Rays, Dolphins, water snakes..all
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Vicki_s
Mar 27, 2024
Beautiful views - Pilot was very thorough with safety instruments and pointing out marine life from helicopter. Enjoyed our visit!!
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El7580
Mar 23, 2024
Great way to see the reef - This was the best way to see the Great Barrier Reef. Just the two of us with the pilot. Zoom Helicopter was a great experience!
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Jack_e
Mar 15, 2024
Great! - This was a wonderful way to see the great barrier reef. We enjoyed our flight. It was just the two of us with the pilot.
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Robzau
Mar 14, 2024
Hang the expense, this is a must do! - What an awesome trip, zooming over the reef spotting turtles and manta rays, the guys that run Zoom are so friendly and do work around to fit you in, thanks Johnno and Neils for our very first chopper flight.
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Sai_p
Dec 29, 2023
Amazing experience - Very very beautiful tour. My family enjoyed this very much. We saw a lot of reef locations along with a landing on a sand cay. The only thing I wish more is if they can allow us to get down at the cay and spend few minutes. That would have been awesome. It was just landing and take off for few seconds.
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J7j8j
Nov 25, 2023
See the reef in style! - Zoom Helicopters provides an amazing perspective of the largest reef system in the world from the air! We flew lower and closer to the sea compared with fixed-wing aircraft and had the opportunity to spot large marine creatures. Our friendly pilot Niels provided an informative commentary throughout the flight and highlighted points of interest. I felt safe and comfortable the whole time. Support a locally owned business and see the reef speedily and elegantly without having to bother with runways!
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From $336
up to 3 guests
2 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).