Deluxe Helicopter Reef and Rainforest 1 or 2 Day Expedition

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Cairns and Beaches » Deluxe Helicopter Reef and Rainforest 1 or 2 Day Expedition

Type: Tours - Helicopter Tours & Expeditions

This tour combines the best of the Reef and Rainforest into one or two action packed days. It is available as a one day tour for those on a limited time schedule or as a two day tour for those with more free time to explore the Kuranda Rainforests. NB: The One day option has No free time in Kuranda.

Departure Dates: This package can commence any day of the year, except 25 Dec, subject to availability. Advance bookings are recommeded as the helicopter only seats six people. It will run with a minimum of 2 people however enquiries are welcome for just one person.

How to Book: You can book via the rates table's "Add to Itinerary" button, or, call to book on + 61 7 4036 352 from outside Australia or free call 1800 681 685 from within Australia.  A 25% deposit payment is required to secure your place. The balance is payable on the day of travel. Pick up and drop off to holiday accommodation from Cairns to Palm Cove is inclusive. Please advise the name of your hotel once you have decided where you will stay.

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The highlights of this tour are the historical Kuranda Train journey through the rainforest with views of the Barron Gorge and you will be amazed at this incredible engineering feat. Another highlight is the famous Kuranda Skyrail Cableway, gliding over the rainforest canopy, with awesome views of the Coral Coast and beyond, (the longest cablecar journey in the world at 7.5km). Lastly, your Great Barrier Reef experience commences with an exhilarating 20 minute helicopter scenic flight over beautiful coral formations to a multi-storey Outer Reef Pontoon. You'll have plenty of time to explore the reef either through snorkelling or without even getting your feet wet via the semi submarine coral view ing tours or underwater observatory.

The one day itinerary is as follows:

  • Pick up from your holiday accommodation at between 7.30am-8.00am.
  • Depart on Kuranda Scenic Rail at 8.50am. Arrives at Kuranda by 10.10am
  • Depart on Skyrail from Kuranda at 10.30am 
  • Pick up from the Caravonica Skyrail Terminal at 11.45am 
  • Depart Cairns Helipad at 12.30pm. Arrives at Pontoon by 1.00pm.
  • Depart the Outer Reef Pontoon by fast catamaran at 3.45pm.
  • Returns to Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns at 5.30pm
  • Drop off to your holiday accommodation at between 5.45pm-6.15pm.

The two day itinerary is as follows:

  • Day 1
  • Pick up from your holiday accommodation at between 8.30am-9.00am.
  • Depart on Kuranda Scenic Rail at 9.50am. Arrives at Kuranda by 10.10am 
  • Depart on Skyrail from Kuranda at 2:00pm 
  • Pick up from the Caravonica Skyrail Terminal at 3:30pm
  • Drop off to your holiday accommodation at between 4:00pm and 4:30pm.
  • Day 2
  • Pick up from your holiday accommodation at between 11.00am-11.45am. 
  • Depart Cairns Helipad by 12.30pm.
  • Arrives at Pontoon by 1.00pm.
  • Depart the Outer Reef Pontoon by fast catamaran at 3.45pm.
  • Returns to Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns at 5.30pm
  • Drop off to your holiday accommodation at between 5.45pm-6.15pm.

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Features & Inclusions

  • 90 minute Scenic Train Journey from Cairns to Kuranda
  • One hour Skyrail journey from Kuranda to Caravnoca Lakes
  • 20 minute scenic helicopter ride above the reef
  • Three hours free time at the Great Barrier Reef
  • Outer Reef Cruise includes delicious buffet lunch, snorkelling and semi-submersible tour
  • Return hotel coach transfers from your holiday accommodation and in between venues.

Rates and Tariffs

2011-12 Season
1st Apr 2011 to 31st Mar 2012
One Day Expedition $499.00 adult
$499.00 per child
Two Day Expedition $495.00 adult
$444.00 per child
2012-13 Season
1st Apr 2012 to 31st Mar 2013
One Day Expedition $499.00 adult
$499.00 per child
Two Day Expedition $490.00 adult
$440.00 per child
* Booking terms and conditions may apply, please details below.

Booking Information

Departure Dates: This package can commence any day of the year, except 25 Dec, subject to availability. Advance bookings are recommeded as the helicopter only seats six people. It will run with a minimum of 2 people however enquiries are welcome for just one person.
How to Book: You can book via the rates table's "Add to Itinerary" button, or, call to book on + 61 7 4036 352 from outside Australia or free call 1800 681 685 from within Australia. A 25% deposit payment is required to secure your place. The balance is payable on the day of travel. Pick up and drop off to holiday accommodation from Cairns to Palm Cove is inclusive. Please advise the name of your hotel once you have decided where you will stay.

What is not included: The Kuranda train and skyrail tour includes no drinks or meals. There is no accommodation included in either package.

Booking Policy

Please advise the following:
The approximate body weight for each passenger. Passenger weight restrictions apply for the helicopter tour. Any passenger over 110kg will incur a $90 surcharge because there will be less seats sold on that tour.

We can also book accommodation so please let us know if we can book something for you.

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