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Exclusive Air Tours | Reef, Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Scenic Flight

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$399 AUD / Person - Adult (Between: 03 Aug 2023 and 31 Mar 2025)

Soak in the most amazing aerial views of the Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest!

  • 1 hour and 20 minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest
  • Aerial views of Cape Tribulation, Port Douglas, and Daintree River
  • See up to 10 or more reef sites and islands including Green Island and Snapper Island
  • Soar over the lush coastline where the rainforest meets the reef
  • Enjoy clear, unobstructed views from the comfortable aircraft cabin

The Reef, Rainforest and Cape Tribulation scenic flight with Exclusive Air Tours offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get an aerial view of where two World Heritage Sites meet! The Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest coexist peacefully in Tropical North Queensland, and this flight allows you to soar above it all and get the best vantage point of the area’s highlights. 

From Cairns, your aircraft will fly over reefs, islands, and cays in the Great Barrier Reef. See popular sites like Green Island, Vlasoff Cay, Michaelmas Reef, Tongue Reef, Undine Reef, and more! Pass over the unique and remote corner of the Daintree known as Cape Tribulation and head back to Cairns along the winding coastline, passing Port Douglas and the Daintree River on the way. This secluded area is home to so much wildlife and natural beauty, and you’ll get to see it all from spectacular heights!

cape tribulation


Highlights 

  • 1 hour and 20 minutes of flight time
  • Free courtesy transfer from Cairns city center
  • Soar over highlights of the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest
  • See popular reef sites like Arlington Reef, Hastings Reef, Saxon Reef, Norman Reef, Michaelmas Reef, Tongue Reef, Rudder Reef, and Undine Reef
  • Potential chance to see turtles and sharks near Tongue Reef
  • Aerial views of Green Island, Snapper Island, and Double Island
  • Fly over the pristine and wild ecotourism destination, Cape Tribulation
  • Pass over Port Douglas and the Daintree River
  • Head back to Cairns along the lush coastline
  • Aircraft has wings above the main cabin so you can enjoy unobstructed views
  • Ability to customize your own private flight

For an unforgettable 1 hour and 20 minutes, you can fly over two of Australia’s most incredible destinations: the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. With clear views from the cozy aircraft cabin, feast your eyes on various reef sites, islands, and other iconic sights like Cape Tribulation and the Daintree River!

great barrier reef island aerial view

Sample Itinerary

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This scenic flight offers the most breathtaking views of the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. With a free courtesy transfer from the Cairns city center to the departure point, you’ll be taking off in no time for your 1 hour and 20 minute scenic flight! Fly over highlights of the Great Barrier Reef, including various reef sites, islands, and cays. Pass by Cape Tribulation and then...

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This scenic flight offers the most breathtaking views of the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. With a free courtesy transfer from the Cairns city center to the departure point, you’ll be taking off in no time for your 1 hour and 20 minute scenic flight! Fly over highlights of the Great Barrier Reef, including various reef sites, islands, and cays. Pass by Cape Tribulation and then head back down the tropical coastline towards Cairns, passing the Daintree River and Port Douglas on the way. 

cape tribulation headland


Included Sights:

Green Island - A small but stunning island covered in tropical rainforest and beautiful beaches 

Michaelmas Reef - Gorgeous reef next to a sand island that is popular among migrating seabirds 

Vlasoff Cay - A thin strip of velvety soft white sand that sits above aquamarine waters and coral reefs 

Hastings Reef - Large section of the outer reef that is home to various sea creatures including anemones, turtles, sharks, and colorful fish 

Arlington Reef - One of the major coral reef systems near Cairns in the Great Barrier Reef

Norman Reef and Saxon Reef - Two neighboring reef sites filled with hidden lagoons and flourishing coral gardens 

Tongue Reef - Reef site near Port Douglas that is often frequented by sea turtles and sharks

Rudder Reef and Undine Reef - Pristine, remote coral reefs near Cape Tribulation

Cape Tribulation - A prominent headland in the Daintree Rainforest located adjacent to secluded beaches

Daintree River - This ancient river is an important ecosystem for native species and is popular for boat tours

Snapper Island and Double Island - Beautiful Islands that are popular for camping, birdwatching, bushwalking, and snorkeling

Port Douglas - Laid-back tourist town wedged in between the rainforest and the reef


During your scenic flight, you will fly over the Great Barrier Reef, loop around at Cape Tribulation, and follow the rugged coastline back south towards Cairns. With fascinating views of the nearby islands, reefs, headlands, rivers, and towns, you will gather a solid understanding of just how special this remote and protected corner of Australia really is!

daintree rainforest coastline

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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

  • 1-hour and 20-minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest
  • Free courtesy transfer from your hotel in the Cairns city center
  • Aircraft has wings above the cabin 
  • Guaranteed window seat with unobstructed views
  • Small groups only

What's Extra

  • All-i...

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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

  • 1-hour and 20-minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest
  • Free courtesy transfer from your hotel in the Cairns city center
  • Aircraft has wings above the cabin 
  • Guaranteed window seat with unobstructed views
  • Small groups only

What's Extra

  • All-inclusive scenic flight

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.

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