GET HIGH PACKAGE with DIVE: 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic & an Introductory / Certified Scuba Dive
Itinerary
Cruise with 10 minute Reef Scenic Flight 1 x SCUBA dive
10 minutes flying & 5 hours at the reef
Depart Cairns: 08:00
Arrive Cairns: 16:30
7:15am - 7.45am: Check-in at the Reef Fleet Terminal - 1 Spence St, Cairns
8.00am: Evolution departs Cairns for the first reef location
11:30am: Enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch onboard
1:00pm: Evolution arrives at the second reef location where you will take to the sky for your scenic helicopter flight
3:00pm: Evolution departs for Cairns
4:30pm: Evolution arrives back in Cairns
Please note: All prices exclude the non-commissionable DUCD $20 levy payable on-board on travel day to Downunder Cruise and Dive staff. Levies are per person and include the Environmental Management Charge (EMC), fuel and administration charges including GST.
All product requires a minimum number of passengers to proceed. Our Reservations team will reach out to confirm availability within the shortest possible time after we receive your order. For instant confirmation please call the team on 07 4034 9000.
Important information:
(1) Helicopter: 130kg weight restrictions apply for helicopter rides. See all other helicopter FAQs on our website.
(2) Diving: All divers must complete a Queensland Medical Questionnaire onboard. Certified divers must show an internationally recognised scuba card. Minimum age for Introductory divers and dive courses: 12 years and Certified divers: 10 years. Please read the important diving safety information prior to booking
included with
Cruise onboard luxury 35-metre superyacht Evolution
5 hours reef time at the outer reef
Snorkel at 2 unique outer reef locations
10-minute Reef Helicopter Scenic Flight in a 6-seater luxury helicopter with Nautilus Aviation
All equipment & floatation devices
Free lycra/sun-suit hire
Delicious BBQ Lunch including fresh fish, prawns, steak, vegetarian option and a variety of fresh salads. (special dietary catered for - contact reservations prior to travel)
including fresh fish, prawns, steak, vegetarian option and a variety of fresh salads. (special dietary catered for - contact reservations prior to travel)
Tea & coffee provided
Glass of wine and a light snack on return
Experienced & professional dive instructors
Spacious air-conditioned modern lounges and stylish upper deck to relax in comfort
Introductory or Certified Dives
excluded by
Other services not stated as above
Essential
Information
**Important information:
(1) Helicopter: 130kg weight restrictions apply for helicopter rides.
(2) Diving: All divers must complete a Queensland Medical Questionnaire onboard. Certified divers must show an internationally recognised scuba card. Minimum age for Introductory divers and dive courses: 12 years and Certified divers: 10 years. Please read the important diving safety information prior to booking.
**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.
** 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.
** What to bring: Sunscreen & Hat, Travel Voucher, Spare Clothes, Swimmers and a towel, Cash or Credit Card, Australian Standard Dive Medical (if required)
** Flight Cancellation and or Amendments By Direct customer or Travel Agent on behalf of the customer
Flight cancellations and or amendments require a minimum notification of 48 hours prior to departure.
Cancellation notice of 48hours is required for a full refund claim and 24-48 hours, for a 50% refund claim.
Any flight amendments made inside 48 hours with incur a 50% penalty. No amendments accepted inside 24 hours prior to departure.
No refund applies if booking is cancelled inside 24 hours.
In the event of passenger illness, with medical certificate, Nautilus Aviation will reschedule the flight.
When payment is made via credit card, the processing fee from the original transaction will not be returned in the case of a refund.
** Flight Cancellation By ‘Other’
Nautilus Aviation accepts no responsibility for any expenses incurred by a passenger as a result of any domestic/international flight delay, reschedules, alterations, poor weather or unscheduled maintenance.
Where possible, Nautilus Aviation will attempt to delay the departure of flights providing it does not affect other passengers, products and connecting flights.
Where a flight cannot be held resulting in a private charter being required, the flight is subject to availability and will incur an additional cost.
It is recommended that all passengers take out travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances
Detailed Description
GET HIGH PACKAGE
“Get High” is the ultimate reef adventure package and one of the best value days on the Great Barrier Reef!
Get High Package – DIVE*
1 x 10 minute reef-scenic helicopter flight Introductory or Certified SCUBA dive (snorkel option available)
*Plus all of the standard Down Under Cruise & Dive full day tour inclusions.
Operating from a floating Helipad at Hastings Reef our 10 minute reef-scenic flights are visually spectacular and an experience you will never forget.
From the second you lift off, enjoy sweeping views of this World Heritage Listed icon – the colours and sheer scale of the reef will amaze. Do not forget your camera!
Cruise onboard the luxury superyacht, EVOLUTION, to the Outer Great Barrier Reef from Cairns. Over 5 hours of reef time, you will visit two exclusive reef sites, providing plenty of time to snorkel, relax and sunbathe on one of Evolution's three spacious deck levels.
Snorkelling is included in our base price however you can dial up the adventure and add an Introductory dive or Certified Scuba Dive. You can add up to 3 scuba dives at check-out for the full Great Barrier Reef Tour Experience!
At the second reef location, it is time to take to the sky from our exclusive helicopter pontoon at Hastings Reef and enjoy a spectacular reef scenic flight onboard one of Nautilus Aviation's luxury helicopters. Experience the sheer size and beauty of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and gain a true appreciation of one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Sightings of manta rays, turtles and other marine life are not uncommon on scenic flights and if you’re flying with us in the winter months there is even a chance of spotting whales.
With your feet back on the boat, you can squeeze in another snorkel or kick back on a beanbag and relax. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and a snack as well as our bar facilities onboard as we cruise back to Cairns
