Fly Outer Reef – Fly Return with Nautilus Aviation and Reef Magic
Highlights
Enjoy an incredible 25-minute helicopter flight to and from Moore Reef with pilot commentary
Spend up to 4.5 hours snorkelling, scuba diving and more at the Reef Magic pontoon on the outer reef
Convenient departures from our Cairns Helipad located in on the esplanade
Itinerary
Departure: Cairns, 10.30am
Return: Cairns, 3.35pm
Schedule
Check-in pier heliport: 9.45am
Depart Nautilus Aviation helipad, Cairns: 10.30am
Arrive Reef Magic activity platform: 10.55am
Depart Nautilus Aviation floating helipad: 3:10pm
Arrive Nautilus Aviation helipad, Cairns: 3.35pm
included with
• All snorkelling equipment and instruction for beginners
• Glass-bottom boat and semi-submersible tours
• Underwater observatory and eco reef talk
• The Environmental Management Charge (EMC) is included in your ticket
• Coffee and afternoon tea
• A delicious tropical buffet lunch overlooking the reef
excluded by
• Hotel pickup & drop off transfers
• All other services not stated in included
Essential
Information
**Guidelines
Weight restrictions apply and weights must be supplied at time of booking
Tour timings are estimates only and subject to change on the day without notice
Helicopter flight path and flight time may differ on the day due to adverse weather conditions and air traffic control
All flights are on a shared basis and are not on a private basis unless machine has been chartered
Check-in closes 30 minutes before departure, and you will not be able to check-in after this time
Failure to adhere to check-in times, may result in you missing your flight and forfeiting the fare paid
Child age for Reef Magic: 4-14 years inclusive
**What to bring
We suggest packing a small soft sided bag as if you were going to the beach for the day
Camera (underwater digital cameras available for hire on the boat)
Swimming costumeHat, towel, sunscreen and sunglasses
A dry change of clothes including a jumper in winter
Cash or card for any merchandise or onboard purchases
For verification purposes, please have the credit card used to make your reservation and a valid photo ID ready at check-in
Detailed Description
Your day starts with a 25-minute scenic flight to the outer reef departing from our helipad conveniently located at the Cairns City Esplanade. On your way you will enjoy stunning panoramic views extending from the tropical rainforest to the azure waters of the Great Barrier Reef, looking out for turtles, dolphins, manta rays, and humpback whales during the migration season.
Reef Magic’s activity platform is a stable, all-weather base allowing visitors to explore the reef in comfort. Snorkel, scuba dive, helmet dive or stay dry and visit the underwater reef observatory for an informative talk from a local marine expert. The semi-submersible is a great family activity providing views of the reef from below the waterline without setting foot in the water and includes live commentary. Your experience concludes with a reef scenic flight back to Cairns arriving approximately one hour prior to the cruise docking back at Marlin Jetty
