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1-Hour Whitsunday Islands and Heart Reef Scenic Flight

4.8(868)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 868 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Fly Australia Charter Pty Ltd
The Heart of the Reef!

About this activity

An amazing and unforgettable experience.

This is our most popular flight and with great reason! Combining both the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef in one including the world famous Heart Reef!

Departing from the iconic Shute Harbour airport, only 9 mins drive from Airlie Beach main street.

Enjoy the iconic scenery as you soar in our specially designed scenic flight fixed wing aircraft, featuring overhead high wings and large panoramic windows ensuring unobstructed views.

Your pilot will point out land marks to ensure all on board have time to capture that special shot and take in the beauty.

Includes the Whitsunday Islands, Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach, The Great Barrier Reef and Heart Reef!

All passengers are Guaranteed a window seat.

Live commentary during your entire flight.

Fly Australia is committed to sustainability through responsible environmental and cultural practices and actions towards conservation and climate change.

Duration: 60 - 70 mins.

What's included

  • ✓GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • ✓Courtest bus pick up and drop off service available on request from 2 locations in Airlie Beach
  • ✓Landing and facility fees
  • ✓Airport/Departure Tax
  • ✓Live commentary on board

Meeting and pickup

  • Fly Australia Charter, Whitsunday Airport (Shute Harbour Airport) Meeting Time is 30 minutes before your booked flight departure time. Please ensure you arrive on time. There is free car parking at the airport while you take the scenic flight.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Due to comfort and weight / balance limits of the aircraft, Maximum passengers weight is 130KG
  • Flight time is an estimate and dependent on weather, wind, cloud, other air traffic, air traffic control. The flight time may vary slightly as a result.
  • Due to comfort and weight and balance, our aircraft seats have a weight limit of 130KG and we will need to weight every passenger during the check-in process, if you are over weight at the time we are unable to take you on as a passenger on the scenic flight, and no refunds will be provided. If you are close to our aircraft seat limit of 130KG please weight yourself a few days before the flight. If you determine that you are unfit to go on the scenic flight and notify us before 24 hours of the scenic flight departure time we will be able to provide a change a date or refund.
  • We will try our best at accommodating passengers seating requests, however, passengers within the same booking group may not be seated together due to weight and balances of the aircraft to ensure the safety of flight operation.
  • This activity is a weather dependent activity.
  • You will receive a confirmation email after your booking. Please note a confirmation email is a notification that we have received your booking but it can be subject to change due to weather, weight and balance of our aircraft, minimum passenger requirements and opeartional requirements.
  • Please provide us with accurate contact information
  • Passengers with medical conditions that may be affected by flight should consult a doctor before booking and inform us.
  • Appropriate clothing and footwear must be worn
  • Where complimentary shuttle bus transfers are offered, passengers are responsible for being ready at the designated pickup location and time provided. If a passenger misses their scheduled shuttle bus pickup for any reason and must make their own way to the airport or departure point, all associated transport costs will be the passenger's responsibility. No reimbursement, refund, credit, or compensation will be provided for alternative transport arrangements.
  • We strongly recommend that all passengers purchase comprehensive travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances, including flight cancellations, weather disruptions, travel delays, medical issues, and other events that may affect travel plans.
  • The operator accepts no responsibility for missed tours, cruises, flights, accommodation bookings, transfers, or other travel arrangements resulting from delays, rescheduling, cancellations, or changes to any of our products or services. Passengers should allow adequate time between bookings and avoid scheduling tight connections.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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