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Great Barrier Reef Reef Hopper 40-Minute Scenic Flight in High Wing Aircraft from Cairns
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Great Barrier Reef Reef Hopper 40-Minute Scenic Flight in High Wing Aircraft from Cairns

by GSL Aviation

40 min
Cairns Cairns Region Queensland
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40 min
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
A$520.20A$578Save 10%
2 adults × A$260.10
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This 40-minute scenic flight departs from GSL Aviation in Cairns. Passengers board a high wing aircraft with guaranteed window seats for clear views throughout the flight. The route includes aerial views of Cairns, Green Island, Arlington Reef, Upolu Reef, Double Island, Palm Cove, and the Great Barrier Reef. After flying over the reef, the aircraft returns along the North Queensland coastline toward the mainland. A professional pilot provides commentary during the flight, describing the sights below. The tour includes a courtesy bus transfer for hotel pickup and drop-off within the Cairns city center area, subject to availability. Transfers outside this area are not included. The flight is also known as the Reef Hopper. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and a minimum of two people per booking is required. Individual passenger weight is limited to 125 kilograms. This tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility issues, as passengers must be able to get in and out of the plane without assistance.

Highlights

40-minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef
Views of Cairns, Green Island, Arlington Reef, and Palm Cove
Guaranteed window seats on a high wing aircraft
In-flight commentary by a professional pilot
Courtesy bus transfer from Cairns city center hotels

What's included

Window seats guaranteed
Commentary during the flight
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Cairns city center area
40-minute scenic flight in a high wing aircraft

What's not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off outside Cairns city center area such as Palm Cove or Yorkeys Knob
Food and drinks

Itinerary

1

GSL Aviation

The flight starts at GSL Aviation, the tour's departure point.

2

Great Barrier Reef

Fly over the Great Barrier Reef with a bird's eye view of the coral formations.

3

Green Island

View Green Island from the air during the flight.

Meeting point

If you are going to make your own way to the meeting point, please make sure to be on time for check-in 30 minutes prior to your tour.

End point

If you are going to make your own way to the meeting point, please make sure to be on time for check-in 30 minutes prior to your tour.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–12 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Bookings require at least two people
Passengers have a weight limit of 125 kilograms
Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues; passengers must board and exit the plane without help
Total
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