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Heart Reef - Whitehaven Beach Scenic Flight - 60 Minute - ORaft

Tour Code: 1093

Operated By: Ocean Rafting

Departing: Airlie Beach

Heart Reef & Whitehaven Beach Flight
  • The ultimate way to see Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet in a day
  • Guaranteed window seat for all passengers
  • 6 flights daily with pilot commentary departing from Airlie Beach
  • 60 minute scenic flight departs from Whitsunday Airport Shute Harbour only 8 minutes from the main street in Airlie Beach, courtesy pick up available. 

Included In Price

  • 60 minute reef and island scenic flight with guaranteed window seat
  • Views of Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and Heart Reef
  • Pilot commentary
  • Courtesy bus transfers

Enjoy a 60 minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef, including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet!

What to Expect

Experience the iconic sights of the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef from above with a breathtaking 60-minute scenic flight from Airlie Beach. Departing from Whitsunday Airport at Shute Harbour, just an 8-minute drive from Airlie Beach, this scenic flight offers an unparalleled bird’s eye view of iconic landmarks including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and Hill Inlet.

Features and Highlights

Stunning Whitsundays Aerial Views

  • Marvel at the beauty of the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef from the seat of your airplane. This scenic flight covers many of the 74 Whitsunday Islands, offering incredible views of the pristine beaches, lush landscapes, and crystal-clear waters.

Heart Reef

  • Fly over one of the most photographed reef locations in the world, Heart Reef. This heart-shaped coral formation is a highlight of the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsundays and is a must-see from the air.

Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet

  • Soar above Whitehaven Beach, renowned for its white silica sand and turquoise waters. Witness the swirling sands of Hill Inlet, a stunning natural phenomenon where the tide shifts the sand and water to create a beautiful fusion of colours.

Guaranteed Window Seats

  • Enjoy the Airlie Beach scenic flight from a comfortable fixed-wing aircraft with guaranteed window seats, ensuring every passenger has an unobstructed view. The large windows provide ample opportunity to capture stunning photographs of the Great Barrier Reef islands in the Whitsundays.

Expert Pilot Commentary

  • Gain insights into the region's natural beauty and landmarks with informative commentary from your experienced airplane pilot, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef.

Tour Details

  • Departure Point: Airlie Beach - Whitsunday Airport, 12 Air Whitsunday Drive, Flame Tree
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Flight Schedule: Daily departures at 7:00am, 8:30am, 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, and 2:30pm
  • Transfers: Courtesy pick-up transfers from Airlie Beach are included. All timings will be confirmed upon booking.
  • Accessibility: Scenic flights are available from the mainland and are not accessible to guests on Long Island, Hamilton Island, Hayman Island, or Daydream Island. See scenic flights from Hamilton Island on helicopter rides and airplanes.

Important Information

  • Weather Conditions: Scenic flight tour itineraries are guidelines and may be subject to change depending on tide, wind, and other weather conditions.
  • Booking Confirmation: Ensure you receive your timing confirmations upon booking to secure your spot.

Learn More

Discover more airplane scenic flight options in the Whitsundays and explore other stunning flight destinations over the Great Barrier Reef on a helicopter ride. Enjoy a unique perspective of these natural wonders and create unforgettable memories.

See more scenic flights in the Whitsundays and learn more about other scenic flight destinations on the Great Barrier Reef.

Read about what is the difference between Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach?

Please note: the above tour itineraries are a guideline only and are subject to change depending on tide, wind and other weather conditions. 

See more scenic flights in the Whitsundays and learn more about other scenic flight destinations on the Great Barrier Reef.

Tour Languages Offered
  • English
Departs From

Airlie Beach

Departure Time

Departs/Returns: 7am-8am, 8:30am-9:30am, 10am-11am, 11:30am-12:30pm, 1pm-2pm, 2.30pm-3.30pm

Departure Instructions

Our flights depart daily from the Whitsunday Airport, Shute Harbour. This is located 8 minutes from the main street of Airlie Beach.

Destinations
  • Heart Reef
  • Hill Inlet
  • Whitehaven Beach
Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Duration

60 Minute Reef Scenic Flight excluding check in time

Fitness Level Required

Medium

Restrictions

Weight: Up to 125 Kg / 276 Lb

  • Camera
  • Sunglasses

  • Infants below the age of 2 travel free.
  • Infants first & last names, body weight, age and whose lap they will be seating on must be provided at time of booking - this information can be added into the 'Additional Information' field of the booking request form.

Our T&Cs:

All cancellations must be in writing.

We understand things may change, so we have made cancellations very easy.

In every instance we always recommend you purchase travel insurance for life’s last-minute hiccups.

Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.

Additional Operators T&Cs:

All fares are inclusive of Marine Park fees and GST.  Ocean Rafting reserves the right to charge our customers a fuel levy if fuel is over $1.50 per litre.

Sites are weather and tide permitting. Ocean Rafting reserves the right to arrange alternate itinerary when necessary. Please note departure times may sometimes be weather and tidal dependant. Please reconfirm your booking 48 hours prior.

Ocean Rafting may use photographs of our clients in promotional material, including but not limited to social media, however if you do not consent please advise Ocean Rafting.

Liability: Clients should note that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard our clients, we cannot be held responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of the clients which are beyond our control. Tours are not suitable for guests with pre-existing back, neck or hip injuries or who are in their third trimester of pregnancy (other pregnancy stages are weather dependant).  Minimum age 6 months. A signed release will be required from all participants on departure. We recommend you take out travel insurance.

Fitness and Health: Although good health and a positive attitude are essential, you do not need any prior experience to partake in an Ocean Rafting adventure.

Cancellations/Refund Policy: Your booking includes a 5% non-refundable booking fee for all cancellations. Ocean Rafting accepts cancellations and amendments for bookings up until 12:00pm the day prior to departure for the Northern Exposure tour, Southern Lights tour, Fly Raft package and Scenic Flight tour. Any cancellations after 12:00pm the day prior are not eligible for a refund. Please Note: On occasion, in the interest of guest safety, we may have to cancel tours due to unfavourable weather conditions. In this unlikely event, you will be offered travel on another suitable day or issued a refund, minus 5% booking fee of your fare price.

Credit Card Surcharge: If you are paying by credit card please be aware these transactions incur a non-refundable 1.6% surcharge.

Rates: Tour rates shown are valid for travel until 31 March 25.  For travel after that date, relevant rates will display when future dates are selected in the booking table.

Cruise Ships: Please be aware that if you are travelling to the Whitsundays on a cruise ship, the timings of our Northern Exposure, Southern Lights and Fly Raft experiences do NOT align with the visiting cruise ship schedule. To avoid disappointment, please book through your cruise ship tour desk directly.

Queensland Public Holidays: The following days incur a public holiday surcharge of $20 per adult, $10 per child and $50 per family (2ad and 2ch) on the Northern Exposure, Southern Lights and Fly Raft package, as well as charters and all Rafting Squad bookings, including birthday travel. Scenic flights will NOT incur surcharge:

APR 25 – MAR 26

  • 18 April 25 – Good Friday
  • 19 April 25 – Easter Saturday
  • 20 April 25 – Easter Sunday
  • 21 April 25 – Easter Monday
  • 25 April 25 – Anzac Day
  • 05 May 25 – Labour Day
  • 20 June 25 – Show Whitsundays
  • 06 October 25 – King’s Birthday
  • 25 December 25 – Christmas Day (CLOSED)
  • 26 December 25 – Boxing Day
  • 01 January 26 – New Year’s Day
  • 26 January 26 – Australia Day

APR 26 – MAR 27

  • 03 April 26 – Good Friday
  • 04 April 26 – Easter Saturday
  • 05 April 26 – Easter Sunday
  • 06 April 26 – Easter Monday
  • 25 April 26 – Anzac Day
  • 04 May 26 – Labour Day
  • *Still to be announced* – Show Whitsundays
  • 05 October 26 – King’s Birthday
  • 25 December 26 – Christmas Day (CLOSED)
  • 26 December 26 – Boxing Day
  • 28 December 26 – Boxing Day public holiday

Fly and Raft and Scenic Flights.

As per Ocean Rafting T&C’s above. Minimum numbers of four passengers for flights/flight packages apply. Flights are subject to pilot discretion, weather and air traffic control. For legal and safety reasons all passengers are weighed prior to boarding. Maximum per seat weight is 125 kgs. Full names and exact weights per passenger must be advised when booking  due to flight weight availability. Flights are conducted by Whitsunday Tiger Moth Adventures trading as WAVEAir Pty Ltd, AOC# CASA.AOC.0067 and Whitsunday Air Services Pty Ltd AOC#1-KPVQ0 -06, licensed and certified Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) carriers. Cancellation Policy:  100% cancellation fee applies for cancellations after midday the day prior.

Charters

As per Ocean Rafting T&C’s above except for charter payment and cancellation policy as follows:

  • Payments can be made via Credit Card or Bank Deposit. (A 1.6% credit card surcharge applies)
  • Cancellation up to 5 days prior to departure – Full refund less 5% non-refundable booking fee for all cancellations.
  • Cancellation less than 5 days prior to departure – 100% cancellation fee applies
  • A $200 Public Holiday surcharge is applied to rates for charters booked on Queensland public holidays

 

Heart Reef - Whitehaven Beach Scenic Flight - 60 Minute - ORaft

Tour Code: 1093

Operated By: Ocean Rafting

Departing: Airlie Beach

Heart Reef & Whitehaven Beach Flight

From

au$335.00

Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.

Child: au$335.00
Family: au$1,340.00

Tour Code: 1093

From

au$ 335.00

15 yrs & over

2 - 14 yrs

0 - 1 yrs

Ages of Children
(Discounts May Apply)
Phone
1300 231 118
WhatsApp
+61 427 074 745
Phone
1300 231 118
WhatsApp
+61 427 074 745

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