• Bookings are a REQUEST only. After you have made your booking request, you will automatically receive confirmation of your requested date (if available) to your nominated email address
• Please note: Nautilus Aviation will be in contact within 48 hours to confirm your booking and arrange a time with you directly

• Cancellations made up to 48 hours before departure date: no cancellation fees applies
• Cancellations made between 24 and 48 hours before departure date: 50% cancellation fee applies
• Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to booking

48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made

• All carry-on items should be carried in a small soft-sided bag for easy stowage on aircraft
• Camera
• Swimwear
• Sunglasses
• Hat, towel and sunscreen
• A dry change of clothes including a jumper in winter

On request

Availability:

• Available on request
• Bookings valid from April to August only
• Pick-Up/Drop-Off Point: Return transfers from select Port Douglas accommodation are available. Nautilus Aviation’s reservations team will confirm availability and timings at the time of booking
• Please arrive at your departure location no less than 30 minutes prior to flight. Late arrivals and no-shows void voucher
• Bookings available until 31 August 2025

Important:

• All products require a minimum number of passengers to proceed. Nautilus Aviation’s reservations team will reach out to confirm availability within the shortest possible time after we receive your order. For instant confirmation please call the team directly on (07) 4034 9000
• For the gourmet picnic, please advise any allergies or dietary requirements at the time of booking
• All tours are subject to availability and weather. All passengers must receive a safety briefing prior to departure.
• Personal items should not exceed 10kg and be carried in a small soft-sided bag for easy stowage
• Passengers aged 3+ are legally required to occupy their own seat and are therefore required to pay full ticket price
• Children aged 3–13 must be accompanied by an adult (18+) on all flights
• Subject to conditions, children aged 0–2 may travel free of charge when seated on a parent’s/guardian’s lap. For bookings of more than one infant (0–2), please contact Nautilus Aviatoin directly as aviation conditions may apply
• All passengers must receive a safety briefing prior to departure and wear life jackets if travelling over water
• Please note, Undine Cay is a public sand cay and cannot be reserved. On the rare occasion, it is occupied on arrival, Nautilus Aviation will not be permitted to land. If this occurs passengers will receive an extended reef scenic flight back to Port Douglas (total flying time 45 mins including initial 20 mins from Port Douglas to Undine Cay). Passengers will be able to keep their picnic lunch and the reservations team will advise and assist with any refunds applicable
• Prior to any snorkelling activity, you will be required to complete a snorkel safety questionnaire. Information provided will be shared with your pilot so they can best assist you in the unlikely event of an emergency. The form can be downloaded here prior to departure
• Some 242 species of birds have been recorded in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, of which 22 seabird species breed on cays such as Undine. These breeding sites are also globally significant migratory sanctuaries limiting visitation to between 1 April and 31 August only

Terms & Conditions:

• A fuel surcharge may apply to the ticket price. In such cases, any charge will be collected on departure, payable directly to Nautilus Aviation. No fuel surcharge is presently applicable
• Tours and aircraft substitutions are subject to management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability. In the event of bad weather, providing there is availability, date changes are welcome or in the worst-case scenario, cancellations
• Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry-on luggage must be advised upon booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single-seat payload is 130kg
• Reservations are held only when weights are received and full passenger details provided
• Nautilus Aviation will not be liable for any loss, damage, additional expenses or inconvenience arising from, or incidental to, any delay in service. Nautilus Aviation works in conjunction with other tour operators and is not liable for their acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise. Travel and admissions will be subject to the conditions imposed by the operators, which may limit or exclude liability for personal injury or property damage
• In the event of bad weather, providing there is availability, date changes are welcome or in the worst-case scenario, cancellations. Please note, if half the paid tour was possible, the component not experienced will be refunded, not both
• For additional Nautilus Aviation Terms & Conditions, read here: https://www.nautilusaviation.com.au/terms-and-conditions/

Cancellation Policy:

• Cancellations made up to 48 hours before departure date: no cancellation fee applies
• Cancellations made between 48 and 24 hours before departure date: 50% cancellation fee applies
• Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to Booking:

• 48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made

Please Note:

• Maximum one redeemable per booking. Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
• Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

• The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
• We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Nautilus Aviation

Nautilus Aviation operates luxury helicopters for scenic flights, private charters, aerial work, emergency response and VIP transfers. Explore their range of scenic charger flights that showcase the stunning surroundings of the region or tailor a flight itinerary to suit you. With bases in Cairns, Darwin, Townsville and Horn Island, you’ll explore the best of The Top End.

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