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Cruise to Moore Reef Pontoon and Return Helicopter Flight from Cairns

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Cairns City, AU
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Cruise to Moore Reef Pontoon and Return Helicopter Flight from Cairns

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Cairns City, AU
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Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Great Barrier Reef with this unforgettable tour. Begin your adventure with a leisurely cruise to the Moore Reef Pontoon, where you can relax and indulge in snorkeling, sliding down the new slide, and exploring the wonders of the reef. After a day filled with excitement, get ready for the journey of a lifetime as you take to the skies on a mesmerizing helicopter flight back to Cairns. Experience the awe-inspiring views of the reef from above, gaining a whole new perspective on its vibrant colors and diverse marine life. With a total duration of 360 minutes, this tour guarantees an unforgettable day of adventure and natural wonders. Join us and embark on a journey that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 6 hours
  • Suitable for 1-7 Participants
  • Small Group Tour, Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Explore the Great Barrier Reef
  • Relax on a two-level pontoon boat
  • Snorkel and slide into the reef
  • Experience a scenic flight over the reef
  • Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch
  • Use of snorkelling equipment
  • Lunch
  • Guided coral viewing from the semi-submersible vessel and glass bottom boat
  • Fully enclosed kids pool
  • Return helicopter flight
  • Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
  • Giant Waterslide and Sun Deck
  • Souvenir photos
  • Diving
  • Helmet Diving
  • Hotel pickup and drop off

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Introduction

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure on the Cruise to Moore Reef Pontoon and Return Helicopter Flight from Cairns. This unique tour allows you to explore the magnificent Great Barrier Reef from both the water and the air. Begin your day with a leisurely cruise to the Moore Reef Pontoon, where you can immerse yourself in the underwater wonderland that lies beneath the surface. Snorkel among vibrant coral formations, glide down the thrilling new slide, or observe the marine life from the comfort of a glass-bottom boat or a semi-submersible. After an exhilarating day on the reef, take to the skies and experience the breathtaking beauty of the reef from a helicopter during your voyage home. This tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to appreciate the incredible natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef from both below and above.

What to expect?

Embark on a 360-minute journey filled with awe-inspiring experiences and breathtaking sights. Your adventure begins with a 30-minute check-in at the Sunlover Cruises desk in Cairns. From there, you'll board an air-conditioned catamaran for a relaxed cruise to the Sunlover pontoon at Moore Reef. Spend 180 minutes exploring the reef through various activities such as snorkeling, taking a semi-submersible tour, enjoying a glass-bottom boat ride, and indulging in a delicious tropical buffet lunch. The tour concludes with a scenic helicopter flight back to Cairns, where a bus driver will be waiting to drop you off at your hotel.

Who is this for?

This captivating tour is perfect for adventurers, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking a truly unique experience. Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a first-time visitor to the Great Barrier Reef, this tour caters to all skill levels. Families, couples, and solo travelers alike will be captivated by the beauty of the underwater world and the thrill of a helicopter flight. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore one of the world's most remarkable natural wonders.

Why book this?

What sets this tour apart is the opportunity to explore the Great Barrier Reef from both above and below. The combination of a relaxing cruise to the pontoon, exciting water activities, and a scenic helicopter flight creates a comprehensive and unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in the colorful coral gardens and encounter fascinating marine life during the day, then be amazed by the aerial views of the reef during the helicopter flight back to Cairns. Take home memories and photographs that will last a lifetime. By booking this tour, you'll be able to create a unique and truly memorable vacation.

Good to know

It's important to note that this tour has a total duration of approximately 360 minutes. During the cruise to Moore Reef Pontoon, you'll have access to snorkeling equipment, a semi-submersible, glass-bottom boat rides, and a delicious tropical buffet lunch. The experience also includes a scenic helicopter flight back to Cairns. Make sure to check-in at the Sunlover Cruises desk and enjoy a comfortable journey on the air-conditioned catamaran. Prepare yourself for an extraordinary adventure that combines the best of both worlds, both above and below the surface of the mesmerizing Great Barrier Reef.

Reviews

Customers who have embarked on this tour have been blown away by the incredible experiences it offers. From snorkeling among vibrant coral and encountering a myriad of marine life to taking in the stunning aerial views of the reef from the helicopter, guests have described this as a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Many have praised the knowledgeable and friendly staff, highlighting their commitment to customer satisfaction. The ability to explore the Great Barrier Reef from different perspectives has left customers in awe and filled with appreciation for the beauty of this natural wonder. Overall, reviews rave about the well-organized itinerary, breathtaking scenery, and remarkable experiences that make this tour truly exceptional.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

1 Spence St

Check-in will be at the Sunlover Reef Cruises Desk. Once you have checked in you will make your way to the air-condition catamaran.

Admission Included

Sunlover Reef Cruises Pontoon - Moore Reef

Enjoy a leisurely cruise to the Sunlover pontoon located at Moore Reef. Here enjoy snorkelling, Semi-Submersible, Glass bottom boat and Tropical Buffet Lunch.

Admission Included

Nautilus Aviation

Your scenic flight ends at the Nautilus Aviation hangar. Your bus driver will meet you at the hangar to drop you off at your hotel.

Admission Included

Reviews

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3 (4)

R9831JDanitaw

This was definitely a highlight of our tour in Australia - viewing the Great Barrier Reef from the air was wonderful. The organisation was slick and on time. The pilot (Julian) was brilliant. We had a great time - thank you.

jacques_s

The trip was enjoyable with a few downsides. The good...the reef! The flight back was stellar, gorgeous views. The downside..taking away so much of the experience..the trip itself was rescheduled 3x times and to top it off the helicopter flight was pulled forward leaving way earlier. So ended up paying $1500+ for approx 1 hour and 45min on the reef to : get ourselves settled, hoisted into gear, snorkel the reef, get out off the water and change ..as one has to go dry into the helicopter& lunch. The semi-submersible was out of action, there wasn't enough time for the glass bottom boat and had to scoff lunch down due (lunch itself was really nice however) all very rushed and time pressured. The overall intend was fab, the scheduling and time issues abysmal. For an average experience all up unfortunately. Would recommend the experience gladly if they get their scheduling issues under control and sorted.

joannat448

I booke the $496 experience and when I checked in I found out that there was no helicopter flight back available. Please charge the correct amount. Please refound me as the correct amount was $377. Extremely disappointing choosing service with Viator. I won't do it again. I don't recomend.

LovetheOrient

We booked be Sun Lover Reef Cruise through Nautilus Aviation which is a cruise, snorkel, fly tour. All communication initially was via email and very prompt. After the cruise when we had to fly back, it was chaotic and poorly organized. We were given a fly-back time of 2:35, but we’re made to wait for over an hour since they were flying other passengers over the reef first. Had they given us a time of 3:45 (which is when we eventually flew back), our kids could have enjoyed the reef for a little more time. When we checked in at our allotted 2:35 time, we were simply told to wait by the small raft boat since the helicopter sent available. When we asked what time we could expect the flight, we were told “any minute now”, so we couldn’t really do anything except wait around, which ended up being an hour. Flight back was ok, just about average. Pilot was disinterested and didn’t really tell us anything about the reef or the parts we were flying over. Bottom line - good experience to fly over the reef, but I would recommend going with a different company.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-26 07:56