Helitours North Queensland – Short Trips from Cairns & Port Douglas

Fly & Cruise the Daintree River

Combine our 90 minute Reef and rainforest flight “On the Doorstep of Cairns” with a picturesque cruise along the mighty Daintree River.  After landing at the Daintree River Cruise Centre you will embark on a safe, comfortable, purpose built boat for a 60 minute cruise along the river within the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest.  Discover ancient plants and meet some of the wild animal’s home to the area. Be on the lookout for a variety of bird life and of course, the Estuarine Crocodile. Your guide will provide you with a fun and informative tour of the river, including an overview of the Daintree River and the people (old and new) who helped shape its identity.  Suitable for all ages.

Fly and Ride Cape Tribulation

Combine our 2 hour Reef and rainforest flight “The Backyard of Our Region” with an unforgettable 90 minute tour of Cape Tribulation via horseback.  Ride your way through the oldest living rainforest in the world, crystal clear mountain streams and the pristine ocean edge of the spectacular Cape Tribulation Beach!  The tour caters for beginners, intermediate and experienced riders on a group of very friendly and well trained horses.

Ultimate Sand Cay Experience #USC30

A once in a lifetime experience. Marvel at the incredible spectacle of the Great Barrier Reef from the air, then snorkel amongst the beautiful corals below the azure waters. Sip champagne whilst soaking up the sun on the pristine white sands.
Highlights include: Green Island, Arlington Reef, Vlasoff Reef, Middle Cay, Upolu Reef and Cairns.

This trip departs Cairns. Return transfers available from Port Douglas: $70 per person.

Note: Subject to sand say availability;
Vlasoff Cay – Is a public sand cay and a very popular spot, especially during the weekends and holiday periods.

If there is another helicopter, boat or people on the cay we cannot land.

A landing on the cay is not possible with tides exceeding 2.2m and thus subject to tides on the day.
Leaving early gives us the best chance of the sand cay being unoccupied, but we cannot guarantee a landing.

It’s also a beautiful time of the day to be on the reef and wind speeds are generally lower in the early morning.

In the event the sand cay is occupied, we fly to an alternative secluded beach nearby.

WOW Great Barrier Reef - 60mins

As vast as it is spectacular, the Great Barrier Reef is a natural wonder and a must see from the air. Take a 60 minute flight over this spectacular ecosystem and discover why people travel from all over the world to see it. Highlights include: Fitzroy Island, Outer Great Barrier Reef, Michaelmas and Upolo Cay, Palm Cove, Kuranda and Cairns. This trip departs Cairns. Return transfers available from Port Douglas: $70 per person.

WOW Great Barrier Reef - 45mins

The Great Barrier Reef is a wonder of the world and the best way to truly appreciate its size, scale and beauty is to take a helicopter flight with Helitours North Queensland. This 45 minute scenic flight will create memories to last a lifetime. Highlights include: Green Island, Outer Great Barrier Reef, Oyster Reef, Upolo Cay and Cairns. This trip departs Cairns. Return transfers available from Port Douglas: $70 per person.

WOW Great Barrier Reef - 30mins

It’s one of our most popular tours and there’s little wonder why! The Great Barrier Reef (GBR) is a wonder of the world and this 30 minute helicopter flight lets you appreciate its beauty from above. Highlights include: Green Island, Outer Great Barrier Reef, Upolo Cay and Cairns. This trip departs Cairns. Return transfers available from Port Douglas: $70 per person.

On the Doorstep of Cairns

One of the great things about Cairns is that you don’t have to travel too far to see great things. Highlights of this tour include: World Heritage listed Rainforest, Barron Gorge National Park, Stoney Creek, Wangetti Beach, Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge, Great Barrier Reef and Cairns. This trip departs Cairns. Return transfers available from Port Douglas: $70 per person.

The Backyard of Our Region

Cairns to Cape Tribulation, where the Reef meets the Rainforest. Highlights of this tour include: Daintree National Park, Mossman Gorge, the Daintree River, Cape Tribulation, Port Douglas and Cairns. This trip departs Cairns. Return transfers available from Port Douglas: $70 per person.