Fly in and Fly out Great Barrier Reef Cairns Day Tour
Overview
A truly VIP experience, discover one of the great natural wonders of the world with a roundtrip helicopter scenic flight and a day at the Reef Cruises’ pontoon!
Snorkel, Scuba Dive, visit the Underwater Observatory, witness the lively fish feeding demonstration, or learn more about this intricate ecosystem on an informative Glass Bottom Boat or Semi-Submersible tour.
Pontoon facilities include ample undercover seating, fresh water rinse showers, changing rooms, and a spacious sundeck with lounges. This family-friendly day ticks all the boxes and also includes the only theme park-style waterslide at the reef – the popular Sunslide!
What's Included
- Both ways Helicopter Transfer to the reef.
- Either Helmet Diving or Introductory Scuba Diving (Subject to Medical Clearance )
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Return transfers from your hotel to helipad.
- Buffet Veg and Non Veg Lunch
- Snorkelling Gears
- Underwater Pictures
- Alcoholic Beverages (Can be purchased onboard)
- Personal expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Please mention your body weight for each passenger, Food Allergies, Mobile and your email during the booking.
What To Expect
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Great Barrier Reef
4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Cairns
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cairns
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- The remaining hours will be allotted for the travel time and on the reef
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Fly in and Fly out Great Barrier Reef Cairns Day Tour?
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Activity code: C-202073P17
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Both ways Helicopter Transfer to the reef.
- Either Helmet Diving or Introductory Scuba Diving (Subject to Medical Clearance ).
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Return transfers from your hotel to helipad.
- Buffet Veg and Non Veg Lunch.
- Snorkelling Gears.
- Underwater Pictures.
- Alcoholic Beverages (Can be purchased onboard).
- Personal expenses.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Fly in and Fly out Great Barrier Reef Cairns Day Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Fly in and Fly out Great Barrier Reef Cairns Day Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Both ways Helicopter Transfer to the reef.
- Either Helmet Diving or Introductory Scuba Diving (Subject to Medical Clearance )
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Return transfers from your hotel to helipad.
- Buffet Veg and Non Veg Lunch
- Snorkelling Gears
- Underwater Pictures
- Alcoholic Beverages (Can be purchased onboard)
- Personal expenses
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- The remaining hours will be allotted for the travel time and on the reef
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
