About this tour
Helicopter flight delivers you straight to Reef Cruises' pontoon on the Great Barrier Reef for a full day of exploration. Dive or snorkel among coral gardens, watch fish feeding, descend in the underwater observatory, or ride the Sunslide waterslide. The pontoon anchors you at Australia's greatest natural spectacle with proper facilities—shaded seating, showers, and a sundeck—plus lunch included. Five-and-a-half hours total, most spent on the water.
Highlights
- Helicopter transfers both ways from Cairns hotels
- Choice of helmet diving or intro scuba dive
- Underwater Observatory and Glass Bottom Boat tours
- Sunslide waterslide—the reef's only one
- Fish feeding demonstration and ecosystem briefing
- Pontoon with showers, changing rooms, sundeck lounges
- Buffet lunch with vegetarian and meat options
What to expect
You'll depart your hotel by road, helicopter out to the pontoon, then drop into blue water. Whether diving for the first time or snorkelling, you're among living coral and schools of reef fish. The observatory lowers you below without getting wet. Between activities, dry off on the sundeck or queue for the Sunslide. Lunch arrives mid-day. All equipment and transport are arranged; just bring a towel and sunscreen. The pace suits mixed fitness levels—rest happens naturally between activities.
Good to know
Helicopter not suitable for spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor heart health. Moderate fitness needed. Underwater photos cost extra; alcohol available to buy onboard. Children and infants welcome; prams fit on pontoon. All facilities wheelchair accessible.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.