60 minute Scenic Flight – Reef and Rainforest
Itinerary
*Flights Depart from our Cairns Heliport located: 2 Pier Point Road, Marina Point, Cairns
**All flights are on a shared basis and are not on a private basis unless machine has been chartered. This product requires a minimum of number of passengers to proceed.
Our most luxurious flight encompasses all the natural beauty of the Cairns region in an hour-long scenic adventure. Fly over Lake Morris and Copperlode Dam,providing you with panoramic views over Cairns and the Atherton Tablelands.
Track north over magnificent rainforest in the Barron Gorge National Park and past both the Stoney Creek and Barron Gorge waterfalls as you climb over the rainforest-covered mountains and on to Kuranda. Swoop towards the coast and experience the beauty of Palm Cove and the northern beaches from the air before heading out to visit the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. Experience the majestic beauty of this natural wonder of the world as you pass over azure waters, pristine reefs and striking sand cays, including the jewel of the reef, Green Island. Your return voyage provides you with breathtaking views over Cairns city and the surrounding area in advance of your safe return to our airport base.
Sights
• Barron Gorge and waterfall
• Stoney Creek Falls
• Kuranda Rainforest
• Green Island
• Valsoff Sand Cay
included with
- 60 minute flight
- Headsets fitted with voice activated microphones
- Entertaining inflight commentary from your experienced local pilot
- A modern fleet of air-conditioned helicopters
excluded by
Other services not stated as above
Essential
Information
** Before You Fly
Participants are required to be proficient in the English language.
Minimum age of participants is 15 years old and maximum individual body weight is 100KG – passengers exceeding 100KG can upgrade their aircraft at an additional cost.
Photo identification must be provided and match the name(s) on the booking confirmation.
Nil alcohol is to be consumed at least eight (8) hours prior and accompanying passengers are not permitted.
Family and friends may watch from a designated viewing area (depending on location).
**Passenger Weights
- Helicopters (as with all light aircraft) are subject to strict weight specifications per aircraft type.
- Accurate individual passenger weights and accompanying carryon luggage MUST be advised upon booking.
- It is a legal requirement for all passengers and luggage to be weighed at the time of check-in. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee and/or luggage allowance may be further reduced.
- Nautilus Aviation operate a fleet of helicopters with individual specifications. The maximum single seat payload is 130KG. For passengers exceeding 130KG, aircraft seating four or more (4 ) passengers are required for private charters and for listed tours and packages, an additional seat at 50% of ticket price may need to be purchased for passenger comfort and aircraft weight and balance.
** WHAT TO BRING
- Camera – polarising filter for best results
- Sunglasses and sunscreen (SPF 50 recommended)
- Personal items should not exceed 10kg and be carried in a small soft sided bag for easy stowage
- Passengers are requested to email their body weights to operator team once booked.
** Flight Cancellation *By Nautilus Aviation
- Flights are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability.
- The decision of the pilot in command is final with regards to cancelling a flight due to inclement weather and/or the refusal of the passenger/s if the passenger/s are deemed unfit for flight.
- Nautilus strives to ensure your flight takes off as planned. However, unexpected circumstances like bad weather, staffing issues, or unscheduled maintenance may arise. In these instances, we will: Do our best to rebook you on another flight: If possible, we’ll happily reschedule your trip for a different date that works for you. Flight rebooking is subject to availability. Offer a full refund: If rebooking isn’t an option, you’ll receive a full refund for your cancelled flight. Please note the refund will be no greater than the flight amount.
Detailed Description
*Flights Depart from our Cairns Heliport located: 2 Pier Point Road, Marina Point, Cairns
**All flights are on a shared basis and are not on a private basis unless machine has been chartered. This product requires a minimum of number of passengers to proceed.
Our most luxurious flight encompasses all the natural beauty of the Cairns region in an hour-long scenic adventure. Fly over Lake Morris and Copperlode Dam,providing you with panoramic views over Cairns and the Atherton Tablelands.
Track north over magnificent rainforest in the Barron Gorge National Park and past both the Stoney Creek and Barron Gorge waterfalls as you climb over the rainforest-covered mountains and on to Kuranda. Swoop towards the coast and experience the beauty of Palm Cove and the northern beaches from the air before heading out to visit the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. Experience the majestic beauty of this natural wonder of the world as you pass over azure waters, pristine reefs and striking sand cays, including the jewel of the reef, Green Island. Your return voyage provides you with breathtaking views over Cairns city and the surrounding area in advance of your safe return to our airport base.
Sights
• Barron Gorge and waterfall
• Stoney Creek Falls
• Kuranda Rainforest
• Green Island
• Valsoff Sand Cay