Top Airlie Beach Helicopter Tours

Take a scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef that provides unobstructed views of tropical islands surrounded by turquoise ocean and coral reef. Your pilot-guide shares informative commentary and points out landmarks including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and Hill Inlet. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Airlie Beach.

Whitehaven Beach is a sliver of white-sand and clear water heaven, but it usually takes a few hours to reach the secluded spot by boat. With this tour, quickly reach the beach by helicopter from Whitsunday Airport. Get aerial views of the Whitsunday Islands on a roughly 15-minute flight, spend some free time on the beach, and head back to the coast. You’ll have plenty of time left in your day for another adventure.

Catch amazing views of the Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and the Great Barrier Reef, including the famous Heart Reef, on this scenic helicopter ride. Perfect for those travelers who are short on time, this tour covers many sights at once. Enjoy in-flight commentary about the sights from the pilot.

Discover the beautiful Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef on this helicopter experience. During the tour, you’ll be able to take in aerial views of highlights of the region, including the Great Barrier Reef and Hill Inlet, plus spend time on a secluded section of Whitehaven Beach. Order snacks (at your own expense) to enjoy a picnic on the beach.

Your package includes transfers to the World-Famous Whitehaven Beach. Cruise through the turquoise waters of the Whitsunday Islands to arrive at GSL Marine Whitehaven Beach Club. Our scenic helicopter flight with a guaranteed window seat offers spectacular views of Whitehaven Beach and the Iconic Hill Inlet and the magical colours of the swirling white sands contrasting against the turquoise waters of the Inlet. Your tour also includes a Buffet lunch on the beach, access to all activities and facilities of the Beach Club. With up to 4 hours at Whitehaven there is plenty of time to relax or explore. Plenty of time to do a self guided walk to South Whitehaven Lookout with magical views of the Whitsunday Islands. Create a day to remember by adding one of these optional extras like snorkelling to your tour. Depart daily from Port of Airlie, Airlie Beach. Bus transfers between your local accommodation and Port of Airlie are included.

Take off on a flight over the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef, and see sights including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and Hill Inlet. Catch a bird’s-eye view of many of the Whitsunday Islands and fly over Whitehaven Beach and picturesque Hill Inlet before heading toward the Great Barrier Reef, where you’ll see one of the most photographed reef locations, Heart Reef. The comfortable fixed wing aircraft offers big window viewing, plus enjoy pilot commentary.

Combine two popular Australia destinations in one day: the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. Following a scenic flight by fixed-wing aircraft, embark on an ocean rafting adventure to Whitehaven Beach. The bird’s-eye views, including Heart Reef, are unparalleled. A buffet lunch and snorkeling on the coral reef are included. Opt for more beach time with the Southern Lights tour or extra snorkeling with the Northern Exposure itinerary.

Plan ahead and book roundtrip shuttle service to/from Whitsunday Coast Airport (Proserpine) to your Airlie Beach accommodations or the cruise ship port. Travel comfortably in air-conditioned buses, which means fewer stops, so you'll get to your destination quicker. Plus, you'll avoid the hassle of waiting in a long taxi line.

Set sail for a day of swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing in the Whitsundays on this full-day tour. Cruise around the islands on a high-speed catamaran and discover the colorful underwater world of the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef as you stop at two snorkeling hotspots. Admire dramatic coastal views on a hike to the Hill Inlet Lookout, then tuck into a delicious buffet lunch on-board (included).

Book a shared shuttle transfer from Proserpine Airport to your accommodations in Airlie Beach and the surrounding area. The driver will meet you with a welcome sign and offer assistance with your luggage. Enjoy commentary along the way from the driver. You can also book a return transfer to the airport.

From Airlie Beach hop on a jet ski tour of the Whitsunday Islands for an unforgettable experience of this tropical paradise. Zip past picturesque coves and beaches as you learn from your expert guide about the region. The tour options suit beginning and experienced riders, there are multiple to choose from all exploring the beauty of the Whitsundays. Numbers are limited to 20 people for a small-group experience.

Save yourself from spending hours on a schedule for your time in the Whitsundays—doing research, booking tickets, and making it all fit—on this easygoing day tour. Spend the day exploring beaches, reefs and more on a comfortable and powerful tour boat. Go snorkeling around secluded reef location, with tropical fish and even turtles swimming nearby, and take some time to swim and sunbathe on Whitehaven Beach.

Enjoy a full-day tour of the stunning Whitsunday Islands, traveling on a sturdy motorized raft to world-famous Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Beach. You get to choose from two tours that offer either more snorkeling or more beach time. Gain exclusive access to secluded spots where you can snorkel around pristine coral reefs, and take a walk with your guide in the national park to a lookout point with spectacular views. Your boat travels quickly across the ocean, giving you more time to enjoy the Whitsundays.