Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal Marlin Marina 1 Spence Street · Yachts, boats & cruises

Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise with 25-Minute Scenic Helicopter Flight, BBQ Lunch

Book up until 31 March 2027
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Discover a vibrant array of underwater life and coral gardens on a full-day Great Barrier Reef adventure cruise, returning to Cairns by helicopter flight. Set sail to two outer reef locations, where you’ll be invited to explore the big blue, relax on deck or relish in views of the world-famous reef. With a delicious barbeque lunch, morning and afternoon tea to fuel your adventures. As the day ends at Hastings Reef, board a helicopter flight for aerial views of the reef’s kaleidoscopic colours and pristine sand cays—the cherry on top of an extraordinary day!

Inclusions
  • Valid for one person (3+)
  • 25-minute (approximately) helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef and sand cays back to Cairns
  • Delicious barbeque lunch including fresh fish, prawns, steak, vegetarian option and a variety of fresh salads
  • Tea and coffee provided
  • Glass of wine (18+ only) and a light snack on return
  • Spacious air-conditioned modern lounges and upper deck to relax in comfort
  • Available every day: Departs 8am; returns 3.30pm. Check-in time: 7.15am–7.45am
  • Check-in location: Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, Marlin Marina, 1 Spence Street, Cairns
  • Drop-off location: Marina Point, 2 Pier Point Road, Cairns City 4870

Day Tour Sample Itinerary:

  • 7.30am: Check-in at Reef Fleet Terminal
  • 8am Evolution departs Marlin Marina, Cairns
  • 11.30am: First reef location and barbeque Lunch
  • 1pm: Evolution arrives at second reef location
  • 2.45pm: Depart reef on helicopter flight back to Cairns
  • 3.15pm: Arrive back in Cairns approx
Overview
Availability: Every day
Duration: Flexible
FromA$590total
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