Scenic Flights.

Scenic Flights across Queensland and Tasmania, handpicked from local operators, book directly.

Scenic Flight Description: A breathtaking aerial view of turquoise water with scattered coral reefs, including a central heart-shaped formation, in a shallow tropical sea, showcasing the vibrant marine life and beauty of the island below.

Reef and Island Scenic Flight

1 hour 10 mins
All Ages (0+)
  • Guaranteed window seats for every passenger
  • Spectacular aerial views of Conway National Park
  • Fly over Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands
  • Soar above the vibrant Great Barrier Reef
  • See Hill Inlet, Whitehaven Beach, and Heart Reef
A yellow helicopter flies over a small sandy beach with turquoise water and dense green trees, offering a stunning view of the rainforest from above.

Reef Rainforest Fusion 45 Minute Flight

45 mins
All Ages (0+)
  • Reef and rainforest in a single flight
  • Green Island, Arlington Reef, Vlasoff Cay and Upolu Reef
  • Oyster Reef and Double Island along the coast
  • Kuranda village and Barron Gorge from above
  • A final pass over Stoney Creek Falls
  • Around 120 km at altitudes from 500 to 3,000 feet
A yellow and white helicopter with Zoom branding flies over the lush green landscape and cascading waterfall of Barron Gorge.

Barron Gorge & Falls Scenic Flight

20 mins
All ages (minimum 2 Pax)
  • 20 minute scenic helicopter flight over Barron Gorge and Falls
  • Sweeping views of Cairns City, the Coral Sea, and lush rainforests
  • Fly over the famous Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Kuranda village
  • Soar above the Atherton Tablelands and Great Dividing Range
An orange and white helicopter takes a scenic flight over a marina with yachts moored, leaving wakes in the water. A coastal city and mountains are visible in the background.

Zoom Around Cairns 10 Minute Scenic Flight

10 mins
All ages
  • Experience a thrilling 10-minute helicopter ride over Cairns
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Marlin Marina, Trinity Inlet, and Admiralty Island
  • Marvel at the Rainforest slopes of the Great Dividing Range
  • Ideal way to see the city from a unique perspective
An orange hot air balloon with cartoon characters floats above a dirt road surrounded by tall green grass under a clear blue sky, offering a touch of luxury to your Port Douglas adventure.

Luxury Hot Air Balloon Experience from Port Douglas

6 hours
All ages
  • Private chauffeur pickup from your hotel
  • Watch the balloons inflate at dawn
  • Enjoy a continuous 40 to 60 minute hot air balloon flight over the Tablelands
  • Sunrise over the Atherton Tablelands and Mareeba
  • Spot local wildlife and admire tranquil rainforest fringed landscapes
  • Savour a premium beachside breakfast at Palm Cove
  • Toast the morning with a glass of sparkling wine
  • Receive professional digital balloon flight photos
An orange and white helicopter flies above a lush, forested mountain with rocky slopes and distant water bodies visible in the background, capturing the breathtaking views offered by a Cairns Scenic Flight.
  • A bird's eye view of rainforest few visitors ever see
  • Waterfalls and gorges tucked into the Great Dividing Range
  • Circle high above the Barron Falls
  • Coastal views over Double Island and Palm Cove on the way home
Four colourful hot air balloons float in a clear blue sky above Cairns, with part of a tree visible in the upper left corner of the image—capturing the breathtaking experience of a Hot Air Balloon Ride before relaxing with a 3 Course Lunch.

Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon Flight

5 hours
  • Hotel pickup for ultimate convenience
  • Spectacular hot air balloon inflation display
  • Float over the scenic Atherton Tablelands
  • Views of rainforest fringed mountains and tranquil countryside
  • Chance to spot local wildlife
  • Fun balloon pack up games after landing
  • Coach transfer back to your hotel by approximately 9.30am
An orange helicopter embarks on a 40-minute scenic flight over a clear blue ocean, with coral reefs and outer reef atolls visible beneath scattered clouds.
  • A full hour over the reef
  • Fitzroy Island and Moore Reef from above
  • Sudbury and Elford Reefs
  • Arlington Reef and Vlasoff Cay
  • Time to spot marine life from the air
An orange helicopter embarks on a 40-minute scenic flight over a clear blue ocean, with coral reefs and outer reef atolls visible beneath scattered clouds.
  • Fly to the outer edge of Arlington Reef and the continental shelf
  • Green Island, Vlasoff Cay and Upolu Reef from above
  • Around 100 km of reef in a single flight
  • Altitudes from 500 to 2,500 feet for close and wide views
  • Big sky reef photography from a helicopter
An orange helicopter flies over turquoise blue waters with coral reefs, several boats, and a small island covered in greenery on this breathtaking 30 minute Cairns scenic flight—an unforgettable Inner Reef Explorer experience.
  • Green Island, Arlington Reef, Vlasoff Cay and Upolu Cay from above
  • World War Two defences at False Cape
  • Cairns city and Trinity Inlet on the way out
  • Around 75 km of coast and reef in half an hour
  • Low altitudes of 500 to 1,000 feet for close reef views
A yellow hot air balloon floats gracefully over a lush green forest at sunrise near Cairns; below, a table is beautifully set for a Three Course Meal featuring pizza, salad, starters, and drinks.
  • Soar over the Atherton Tablelands at sunrise
  • Watch a spectacular hot air balloon inflation
  • Spot local wildlife from above
  • Enjoy pack up games after landing
  • Relax with a glass of bubbly or juice on landing
  • Receive a commemorative certificate and digital photo package
  • Savour a three course meal at Lemoncello
A speedboat, like the exhilarating Bad Fishy Jetboat, creates waves on a green body of water; below, a yellow hot air balloon floats above a forested landscape at sunrise—capturing the spirit of a true Cairns adventure.
  • Classic hot air balloon flight over the scenic Atherton Tablelands
  • Unforgettable balloon inflation display at sunrise
  • Chance to spot local Aussie wildlife from above
  • Fun balloon pack up games after landing
  • Return transfers to the Reef Fleet Terminal
  • 35 minute high-speed jet boat adventure on Trinity Inlet
  • Interactive commentary from a local captain
A yellow helicopter flies over a small sandy beach with turquoise water and dense green trees, offering a stunning view of the rainforest from above.
  • Reef, coast, range and rainforest in one hour
  • Green Island, Arlington Reef, Vlasoff Sand Cay and Upolu Cay
  • Palm Cove and Double Island along the northern beaches
  • Kuranda, Barron Falls, Crystal Cascades and Lake Morris
  • Landing at Vlasoff Sand Cay on request, conditions permitting
A small, lush green island is surrounded by vibrant turquoise waters and coral reefs, with deep blue ocean in the foreground and lighter blue tones extending to the horizon. | Aussie Loop
  • Breathtaking aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef
  • Brand new air conditioned aircraft with large windows
  • Spot coral reefs, islands, and coral cays
  • Chance to see manta rays, turtles, dugongs, sharks and, in season, whales
  • Longest running reef flight company in Australia

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