On this tour itinerary you'll have the chance to experience the best of the Great Barrier Reef of the Whitsundays region from both the air and water! Combining a scenic seaplane flight over the spectacular northern Whitsunday Islands followed by a water landing and cruise aboard a private, glass-bottom boat that provides some wonderful coral and marine life viewing followed by the chance for some sheltered snorkelling, this is a tour that covers all aspects of Great Barrier Reef exploration.
All snorkelling equipment, tuition and safety equipment is provided so that even first-time snorkellers can take part in the fun, while other inclusions such as fruit juice and spring water as well as an assortment of snacks help to refresh and recharge the body. Relax and enjoy a sparkling wine amongst these incredible surroundings before re-boarding the seaplane for the return trip back to Whitsunday Coast Airport, with a smile on your face and a head full of amazing memories! A scenic flight with a cruise and snorkel combo - what more could one want when visiting the Whitsundays?
Note
- Temporarily unavailable until further notice
Inclusions
- Scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and northern Whitsunday Islands
- Transfers to and from local accommodation in Airlie Beach
- Two hours at Air Whitsunday’s private lagoon, comprising of one hour of coral viewing and relaxing on Air Whitsunday’s glass bottom boat and one hour of snorkelling
- All snorkelling equipment, snorkelling tuition and flotation devices for inexperienced snorkellers
- Australian sparkling wine and 100% fruit juice, local spring water and an assortment of Australian brand snacks and treats
- Comprehensive in-flight commentary
- Stinger/Wetsuit
Highlights
- Combined scenic flight & cruise
- Unmatched aerial island views
- Glass bottom boat reef tour
- Snorkelling at sheltered private lagoon
- Whitsunday Islands, Bait Reef, Hook Reef, Hardy Reef, Heart Reef
- Great Barrier Reef (Glass bottom boat in Hardy Lagoon)
Time
- Flight times ate subject to tides and also availability and access to aircrafts. Flight times will not be confirmed until the day prior. Once you have booked your day, the tour operators phone number will be displayed on your voucher and you will have access to contact them directly to secure the flight time closer to the date
Duration
- Tour duration 3 hours
- Enjoy two hours of coral viewing and snorkelling from the comfort of the glass bottom boat and 1 hour fly time
Location
- Flights depart from the Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP), approximately a 30 minute drive from Airlie Beach
- Minimum 2 people required per booking
What To Bring
- Swimwear and towel
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat
- Camera and/or video camera
- Light jacket for cooler months
- Prescription mask for snorkelling if required
- Light jacket for cooler months for late May, June, July & August
Additional Information
- This tour is very good for non-swimmers in the sense that they have staff on the water with you and flotation devices making it very easy for non-swimmers to feel safe in the water. If you do not feel comfortable with this, then you can most certainly stay in the glass bottom boat
- The maximum capacity of this trip is 20 people
- Guests arriving or departing from the region on the same day as their seaplane tour are welcome to leave their luggage safely with operator
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the tour
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
Chad Banfield
Air Whitsunday
Let us show you the best of what the Whitsunday region has to offer, showcasing the incredible textures and colours of the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park only visible from the air..
“There are few better or romantic "special occasion" experiences than a scenic flight over the Whitsundays; gift vouchers are also available for these experiences and are one of our most popular sellers!”
