Exclusive Air Tours | Reef & Heart Scenic Flight
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Please note this tour is currently not running. See our other Great Barrier Reef scenic flight options!
See the reefs, sand islands, and other highlights of the world-famous Great Barrier Reef from the sky!
- 45 minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef
- See 5 different coral reef sites
- Enjoy unobstructed views from the aircraft cabin
- Ability to customize your own private flight
- Soak in the best panoramic views of this World Heritage Site
The Reef & Heart Scenic Flight with Exclusive Air Tours is the best way to see the magnificent Great Barrier Reef from the sky. Soar over highlights of the reef including Green Island, Arlington Reef, Vlasoff Cay, Michaelmas Cay, Oyster Reef, Upolu Cay, and even a heart-shaped reef! The modern, comfortable aircraft has wings above the cabin so you can enjoy clear views out of your guaranteed window seat. This 45-minute adventure from Cairns will give you the most stunning aerial views of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef!
Highlights
- Fly above the most fascinating highlights of the Great Barrier Reef
- Customize your own private flight
- 45 minutes of air time
- See spectacular reefs such as Arlington Reef, Oyster Reef, and a heart-shaped reef
- Fly over the unique sand islands of Vlasoff Cay, Michaelmas Cay, and Upolu Cay
- See Green Island from the air
- Comfortable aircraft with wings above the main cabin
- Unobstructed views from the cabin
- Free courtesy transfer from Cairns city center
Witness the best aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef on this 45-minute scenic flight from Cairns!
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Take a free courtesy transfer from the Cairns city center to the departure point. Buckle up and take off for your 45-minute scenic flight over the majestic sights of the Great Barrier Reef!
Included Sights:
Green Island - This small, stunning island is covered in lush forests and bordered by white sandy beaches
Arlington reef - One of the major coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef
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Take a free courtesy transfer from the Cairns city center to the departure point. Buckle up and take off for your 45-minute scenic flight over the majestic sights of the Great Barrier Reef!
Included Sights:
Green Island - This small, stunning island is covered in lush forests and bordered by white sandy beaches
Arlington reef - One of the major coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef
Heart-shaped reef - Similar to the famous Heart Reef in the Whitsundays, this naturally-formed reef is shaped like a love heart
Vlasoff Cay - This sliver of bright white sand sits in shallow waters amongst turquoise waters and flourishing coral reefs
Michaelmas Cay - A small sand island that serves as an important habitat for migrating seabirds
Oyster Reef - Another fascinating section of coral reef that is home to an abundance of sea creatures
Upolu Cay - This low-lying, sandy cay is surrounded by excellent diving sites and diverse marine life
Don’t miss the opportunity to see all of these unique and incredible reef sites from the air! From dazzling networks of coral reefs, to the low, sandy shores of various cays, this scenic flight will give you a new appreciation for the diversity and natural beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.
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What To Bring
Please just bring a small, light day bag with:
- Camera/Video Camera
- Polarised sunglasses
- Water Bottle
- Light jacket for the cooler months
What's Included
- 45-minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef
- Free courtesy transfer to departure point from Cairns city center
- Small group tour
- Guaranteed window seat with an unobstructed view
What's Extra
- All inclusive tour
Cancellations
Client Cancellations:
No shows or client ...
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What To Bring
Please just bring a small, light day bag with:
- Camera/Video Camera
- Polarised sunglasses
- Water Bottle
- Light jacket for the cooler months
What's Included
- 45-minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef
- Free courtesy transfer to departure point from Cairns city center
- Small group tour
- Guaranteed window seat with an unobstructed view
What's Extra
- All inclusive tour
Terms and Conditions
Important Information:
- Flights subject to bad weather cancellation.
- Flights subject to weight restriction.
- Payment for minimum 2 people to commence a flight.
- 2% credit card fee charged when paying by credit card.
- No charge for infants.
Your Responsibilities:
Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Cairns Tours/Mr Travel, and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.
It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.
It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.
You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time.
Prices/Extra Costs:
All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. Surcharges over peak holiday seasons may apply.
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.
Travel Risk/Insurance:
It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances.
Transfers:
The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations and/or Cairns HQ. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies.
Merchant Fees:
Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
Other:
Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages.
All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.
Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:
Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value.
E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees.
You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.
Cancellations
Client Cancellations:
No shows or client cancellations made within 24 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
Cairns Tours are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period (24 hours). It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during standard business hours (9am-5pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider.
Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee.
It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.
Supplier Cancellations:
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary. All flights are operated at the discretion of Exclusive Air Tours, and are subject to weather conditions, air traffic control and other influences outside of our control.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Cairns Tours retail outlet located Cairns, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Mr Travel online department.
Refunds:
All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Cairns Tours/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.
Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.
You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.
Accountability/Misconduct:
All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based off of feedback from other Service Operators.
Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.
Cairns Tours/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.
Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Mr Travel/Cairns Tours. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.