The ultimate helicopter snorkel/reef experience
Zoom helicopters fly and snorkel packages. Based in the vibrant tropical city of Cairns, Zoom Helicopters and Sunlover Reef Cruises are perfectly positioned to offer exceptional Great Barrier Reef tours and Fitzroy Island day trips. We love what we do and we’re passionate about where we get to do it – Cairns and out to the magnificent Great Barrier Reef. Prepare to be captivated by the kaleidoscope of marine life that awaits you - from the vibrant corals to the majestic sea turtles and an abundance of fascinating fish species, every moment spent snorkelling is a chance to create unforgettable memories.
Reef & Island
+10 minute scenic flight
Sunlover full-day reef package with 10-minute scenic reef flight.
Perfect for Birds eye views and unmatched moments. Enjoy the morning at Moore Reef pontoon with the inclusion of a 10-minute scenic flight on a ZOOM helicopter. From the helipad at Moore Reef, you will soar high above the natural wonder of the Great Barrier Reef and admire its sheer size and beauty! Then, cruise onto Fitzroy Island to enjoy a sensational buffet lunch with 2 hours for on-island exploration. Full description here >
$475 Adult $349 Child $1479 Family
Full schedule below
FAMILY ( 2 ADULTS/2 CHILDREN ) CHILD ( 4-15 YEARS OLD ) INFANT ( 0-3 YEARS OLD )
Catamaran to Moore Reef. Check in at Reef Fleet Terminal at 7am for an 8am departure.
2 hours at Moore Reef Pontoon. Glass bottom boat and semi-submersible | Waterslide and sundeck | Underwater observatory | Snorkelling.
10-minute scenic helicopter flight. Starts and finishes at Moore Reef Pontoon.
Catamaran to Fitzroy Island. Premium buffet lunch at Fitzroy Island Resort.
2 hours at Fitzroy Island. Snorkelling and self-guided walks.
Catamaran to Cairns. Arrive back at Reef Terminal approx. 4.30pm.
Check in at Zoom Helicopters. Arrive at 21 Bush Pilots Ave. General Aviation - by 8.45am for 9.15am departure.
25-minute scenic reef flight. Enjoy the spectacular Reef views and arrive in comfort and style.
2 hours at Moore Reef Pontoon. Glass bottom boat and semi-submersible | Waterslide and sundeck | Underwater observatory | Snorkelling.
Catamaran to Fitzroy Island. Premium buffet lunch at Fitzroy Island Resort.
2 hours at Fitzroy Island. Snorkelling and self-guided walks.
Catamaran to Cairns. Arrive back at Reef Terminal approx. 4.30pm.
Reef & Island
Fly out, cruise back
Sunlover full-day reef package with one way 25 minute reef flight
An unsurpassed reef experience with celebrity status. Forgo the boat journey to the reef and enjoy a 25-minute scenic helicopter flight from Cairns to Sunlover’s Moore Reef pontoon. Spend 2 hours at the reef with an array of activities to participate in. Then, cruise onto Fitzroy Island and enjoy a premium buffet lunch at Zephyrs Resort Restaurant, before spending a further 2 hours exploring this Island paradise. Finally, cruise home on the catamaran to Cairns. Full description here>
$675 Adult $549 Child $2279 Family
Full schedule and details below
FAMILY ( 2 ADULTS/2 CHILDREN ) CHILD ( 4-15 YEARS OLD ) INFANT ( 0-3 YEARS OLD )
Catamaran to Moore Reef. Check in at Reef Fleet Terminal - 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Look for the Sunlover desk inside. Check in at 7am. Boarding closes 7.45am for 8am departure.
2 hours at Moore Reef Pontoon. Glass bottom boat and semi-submersible | Waterslide and sundeck | Underwater observatory | Snorkelling.
25-minute scenic helicopter flight back to Cairns. Return by 11.45am to Zoom Helicopters - 21 Bush Pilots Ave. General Aviation. Transfers not included - Taxi/Uber recommended.
Reef half-day
Cruise out, fly back
Half-day (morning) package with one way 25 minute reef flight
The perfect morning under and over the Great Barrier Reef. Board Sunlover’s catamaran destined for the Moore Reef Pontoon, a renowned site for healthy vibrant coral and marine life. With 2 hours at the pontoon, you can take part in an array of included activities or add on some awesome extras. After you’ve seen the reef up close, its time to see the Reef from above returning to Cairns with ZOOM Helicopters like a rock star on this half-day Cruise and Fly option. Full description here>
$489 Adult $445 Child $1803 Family
Full schedule and details below
FAMILY ( 2 ADULTS/2 CHILDREN ) CHILD ( 4-15 YEARS OLD ) INFANT ( 0-3 YEARS OLD $399 )
Check in at Zoom Helicopters. Arrive at 21 Bush Pilots Ave. General Aviation - by 8.45am for 9.15am departure.
25-minute scenic reef flight. Enjoy the spectacular Reef views and arrive in comfort and style.
Over 1.5 hours at Moore Reef Pontoon. Glass bottom boat and semi-submersible | Waterslide and sundeck | Underwater observatory | Snorkelling.
25-minute scenic helicopter flight back to Cairns. Return by 11.45am to Zoom Helicopters - 21 Bush Pilots Ave. General Aviation. Transfers not included - Taxi/Uber recommended.
Reef half-day
Fly out, fly back
Half-day (morning) package with return 25 minute reef flights
Explore the outer Great Barrier Reef in the most VIP way possible. Fly out to the Moore Reef pontoon from Cairns, an incredible 25-minute flight over the reef. With 1.5+ hours at the pontoon, take part in an array of activities like snorkelling or a glass bottom boat ride. After you’ve seen the reef up close, its time to see the Reef from above again with a breathtaking helicopter flight back to Cairns airport. Full description here>
$856 Adult $812 Child $3270 Family
FAMILY ( 2 ADULTS/2 CHILDREN ) CHILD ( 4-15 YEARS OLD ) INFANT ( 0-3 YEARS OLD $798 )
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Explore our exclusive helicopter tours
Personalise your trip to FNQ with one of our luxury Cairns helicopter tours. Travel to stunning locations – isolated sand cays and rainforest waterfalls. These unique helicopter tours offer luxury with space to truly relax, surrounded by nature
Every Zoom Helicopter flight includes: Cairns top-rated scenic flights | Owner-operator attention to detail | Personalised, experienced service | Entertaining flight commentary | Complimentary refreshments.
Cairns most popular helicopter reef scenic flights
Locations we'll visit in 30 minutes
Green Island | West Arlington Reef | Vlasoff Sand Cay | Upolu Reef
Flight distance: approximately 75km - Altitude: 500ft up to 1,000ft
Inner Reef Explorer
This 30-minute Great Barrier Reef scenic flight takes in the highlights of the inner reef. There is simply no better way to appreciate the sheer size and scale of the Great Barrier Reef than from the air. As a suggestion, do this flight at the beginning of your Cairns holiday to really understand the natural beauty of the region.
$415pp
30 minutes - 2 seats minimum
Locations we'll visit in 40 minutes
Green Island | West Arlington Reef | East Arlington (outer) Reef | Vlasoff Sand Cay | Upolu Reef
Flight distance: approximately 100km - Altitude: 500ft up to 2,500ft
Outer Reef Odyssey
A fabulous scenic Cairns helicopter flight. In 40 minutes, we’ll go beyond the inner reef, to the outer regions of the Great Barrier Reef where the immense range of coral structures is outstanding. This additional time allows us to explore more widely, watching out for the larger reef marine life in this World Heritage listed icon.
$525pp
40 minutes - 2 seats minimum
Inner Reef flight plus Barron Gorge and Falls flight
Locations we'll visit in 45 minutes
Green Island | West Arlington Reef | East Arlington Reef | Vlasoff Sand Cay | Upolu Reef | Oyster Reef | Double Island | Kuranda | Barron Gorge and Falls | Stoney Creek Falls
Flight distance: approximately 120km - Altitude: 500ft up to 3,000ft
Reef Rainforest Fusion
This flight offers real ‘bang for your buck’ in spectacular fashion. Savour our beautiful Inner Reef as Green Island, Arlington Reef and iconic Vlasoff Cay sweep below. Then fly the coast - Double Island and Palm Cove herald a climb to 2,500ft over the Range with crystal clear views of Kuranda, Barron Falls to Stoney Creek and the Great Barrier Reef shining in the distance on your return.