Cairns Tropical Zoo, Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight and Cruise

Cairns Tropical Zoo, Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight and Cruise

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Location: Cairns, Australia

Product code: 3262_ZOOHELI

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Get close to nature and explore the Great Barrier Reef from all angles on a fantastic combination tour from Cairns. Meet native wildlife at Cairns Tropical Zoo, before a spectacular scenic helicopter flight to the reef. Finish your day with a range of underwater activities before cruising back to Cairns with a glass of wine in hand. By the end of the day you'll know your kangaroos from your wallabies, and appreciate just how difficult it was to find Nemo!

Enjoy a morning exploring Cairns Tropical Zoo where you can get to know Australia's native wildlife. Wildlife shows and keeper talks are held throughout the park, including the chance to cuddle a Koala (additional cost). That's right, Queensland law allows interaction with Koalas supervised by qualified zookeepers!

Leave the zoo and head to the heliport for a 30-minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef. There's no better way to see the vast scope of this amazing ecosystem, which can be seen from space.

You've seen the reef from above, now its time to see beneath the surface. Land at an exclusive pontoon at North Hastings Reef and spend the afternoon snorkeling in the world famous Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Swim amongst colorful schools of tropical fish and an amazing array of coral formations. Snorkel instructors are on hand to help you out and all snorkeling equipment is provided.

If you prefer not to get wet, you can take an informative semi-submersible tour to see and learn about the delicate coral reef ecosystem. Divers are not forgotten either with scuba diving available for both beginners and experienced divers at an additional cost.

You'll have around two hours to enjoy the underwater activities and a tropical buffet lunch is served on the boat. As your day draws to a close, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine on the cruise back to Cairns where transport to your hotel awaits.

Tour Highlights
  • Morning of wildlife experiences at Cairns Tropical Zoo
  • Spectacular aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef on a 30-minute scenic helicopter flight
  • Snorkel, semi-submersible tour and optional diving at Hastings Reef
  • Tropical buffet lunch
  • Family friendly
  • Pickup and drop off from Cairns hotels and surrounding areas
Schedule Details
Cairns Tropical Zoo, Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight and Cruise

Cairns Tropical Zoo, Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight and Cruise

Departs:

Daily

Unavailable Dates:

  • January 1 (New Years Day)
  • December 25 (Christmas Day)
Departure Point:

Tour departs from selected Cairns centrally located hotels

Departure Time:

8:30am

Return details:

Tour concludes 5:00pm at original point of departure.

Hotel Pickup:

Hotel transfers are available for an additional cost, payable direct to the driver on the day of travel. Please advise your hotel name and address at time of booking. Round-trip hotel transfer costs are as follows:

  • Cairns city: AUD$16 per person
  • Trinity Beach and Smithfield: AUD$24 per person (minimum 2 passengers)
  • Palm Cove/Clifton Beach/Kewarra Beach: AUD$25 per person (minimum 2 passengers)
  • Trinity Beach and Smithfield: AUD$24 per person (minimum 2 passengers)
pricing information
Cairns Tropical Zoo, Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight and Cruise
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  • Infants aged 3 years and under are free of charge.
  • Child prices apply for children aged 4 - 14 years.
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Additional Information
Inclusions:
    • Cairns Tropical Zoo admission
    • Scenic Helicopter Flight (25 minutes)
    • Snorkeling, semi-submersible and glass bottom boat
    • Tropical lunch
    • Hotel pickup and drop off from selected Cairns hotels
    • Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Exclusions:
  • Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), payable direct, AUD$10.00 per person
  • Beverages can be purchased onboard
  • Hotel pickup and drop off outside of Cairns (payable direct)
  • Optional Introductory or Certified Dives, payable direct on travel date
Additional Info:

    • This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
    • Confirmation for this tour will be received at the time of booking
    • Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
    • All passenger weights for the helicopter flight MUST be advised at time of booking. If you do not indicate this at the time of booking, you will be required to call the flight operator and advise them of this information directly. The operator contact details will be on your voucher once you have a confirmed booking. Any individual weighing over 110kg will be required to pay an extra 50% of an additional seat in order to fly

    Snorkeling:
    Please consider wind strength or the roughness of the sea. Please be aware that snorkeling may be a strenuous activity. Your level of fitness and any existing medical conditions should be considered prior to snorkeling. Buoyancy vests are available onboard the vessel.

    Diving:
    For both first time and certified divers - a history of asthma, ear and heart conditions and any other medical conditions may preclude a passenger from scuba diving unless a current Australian Diving Medical can be shown to the instructor. It is advisable to discuss any existing medical condition with the staff before embarkation. All intending divers over the age of 65 years must provide a current Diving Medical certificate. All divers must complete a medical questionnaire/declaration on board the vessel prior to diving and their fitness to dive will be assessed by the diving instructor. The minimum age for the Introductory Dive is 13 years.(Additional charge)

    Flying:
    In the interest of safety, we recommend you do not fly on high altitude flights within 48 hours of your last dive. It must be noted that all helicopter flights are low altitude flights, flying to less then 500ft.

    What to Bring:

    • Hat, sunscreen and a shirt for sun protection
    • Swimming costume (bathing suit) and a beach towel
    • Cash or credit card for onboard payment of extras (optional tours, beer, wine, soft drink, chocolates, under-water snorkeling camera)
    • Certified divers must show a 'C' card
Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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