Question 1

How much does a Great Barrier Reef helicopter flight cost?

Accepted Answer

Sunlover offers several helicopter options with Zoom Helicopters. The 10-minute scenic flight from Moore Reef starts from $475 Adult, $349 Child, $1,479 Family. The one-way helicopter transfer (25-minute flight from Cairns to Moore Reef, or reef to Cairns) starts from $675 Adult, $549 Child, $2,279 Family. A full round-trip helicopter package starts from $1,042 Adult, $916 Child, $3,747 Family.

Question 2

How long is the scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef?

Accepted Answer

Sunlover offers two helicopter flight durations: a 10-minute scenic flight departing from the helipad at Moore Reef pontoon, and a 25-minute scenic flight between Cairns and Moore Reef. Both flights provide breathtaking aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef.

Question 3

Where does the helicopter depart from?

Accepted Answer

The 10-minute scenic helicopter flight departs from the floating helipad at Sunlover's Moore Reef pontoon, out on the Great Barrier Reef. The 25-minute helicopter transfer departs from Cairns or from Moore Reef, depending on which package you choose.

Question 4

What can I see on the Great Barrier Reef helicopter flight?

Accepted Answer

From the helicopter you'll see breathtaking aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef's coral formations, turquoise lagoons, and the Coral Sea. You may also spot manta rays, turtles, and other marine life from the air. The views of the reef's size and colour from altitude are truly spectacular.

Question 5

Do I need to book the helicopter in advance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Helicopter seats are strictly limited and in very high demand. We strongly recommend booking your helicopter package at the time of making your reef cruise reservation to avoid disappointment.

Question 6

Is the helicopter flight suitable for children?

Accepted Answer

Yes, children are welcome on the scenic helicopter flights. Child pricing is available for all helicopter packages. Please contact Sunlover's reservations team if you have specific questions about age or weight restrictions.

Question 7

Can I fly out to the reef by helicopter and cruise back to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Reef & Island Fly Out | Cruise Back package lets you fly from Cairns to Moore Reef on a 25-minute scenic helicopter flight, spend time at the reef, then cruise to Fitzroy Island for lunch before returning to Cairns by catamaran. This package starts from $675 Adult.

Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Tours

Reef & Island – 10 Minute Scenic

Reef & Island – Fly Out | Cruise Back

Moore Reef – Scenic Heli Package

Moore Reef – Heli One Way

Moore Reef – Heli Round Trip

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