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  •  Activities
  •  Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays
  •  Whitsundays Helicopter Experience: 60 minutes Scenic Flight and 90 minutes Whithaven Beach Time

Whitsundays Helicopter Experience: 60 minutes Scenic Flight and 90 minutes Whithaven Beach Time

GSL Aviation Whitsundays

  • Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays
  • English
  • 2.5 hours including 60 minutes flying time (approx.)
  • Free Cancellation prior to 7 days of travel date
  • Instant Confirm

Standard Inclusions

  • 1. 60 minutes of flying
  • 2. 1.5 hours at Whitehaven Beach
  • 3. Ariel view of Airlie Beach and Whitsunday Islands, including Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
  • 4. In-flight pilot commentary
  • 5. Guaranteed window seats
  • 6. Transfer from/to selected pick up locations
  • • Vaccination documentation required upon check-in
From AUD
$469.00

1 Key Facts

Included

  • 1. 60 minutes of flying
  • 2. 1.5 hours at Whitehaven Beach
  • 3. Ariel view of Airlie Beach and Whitsunday Islands, including Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
  • 4. In-flight pilot commentary
  • 5. Guaranteed window seats
  • 6. Transfer from/to selected pick up locations
  • • Vaccination documentation required upon check-in

Not included

  • 1. Food & beverages not listed as Inclusions
  • 2. Souvenirs
  • 3. Travel Insurance
Destination Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays
Depature point ● Departs: daily, all year round
● Departure Point: GSL Whitsundays (Address: 1/384 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach QLD, Australia)
● Departure Time: 10:00, 13:00
   Departure times are reference only and subject to availability.
   Complimentary transfer from/to selected pick up locations included before departure time. Must be pre-booked.
Address 1/384Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach, QLD 4802
How to get there Complimentary transfer from/to selected pick up locations included. Please advise your choice of pick up location at the point of booking and make your own way to that location for pick up on the travel date.
Operating hours
Ticket Office 07:00 -18:30
Flights Available 08:00 - 16:00
Reconfirmation requirements Please be advised you are required to contact The Service Provider 24 hours prior to the travel date during business hours to reconfirm your booking, pick up location and time, and departure time with your confirmation number. Please adjust your travel plan according to the details given by The Service Provider at time of reconfirming.
Check-in requirements ● By transfer service
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the pick-up time at your booked pick up location. There might be 5-10 minutes delay depends on the traffic on the day. If you think the coach is late or you are not being picked up, please call The Service Provider and quote your confirmation number to double check.

● Make own way
Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point /departure point 65 minutes before your scheduled departure time to allow enough time to check in. Regrettably, failure to arrive before this time will most likely be classified as no-show and result in forfeiting the booking and it cannot be refunded or transferred.

If you are not familiar with the area or travelling on a weekend or local public holidays / school holidays, please make sure you've checked your timetable or driving route beforehand, and allow extra travelling time for unexpected delays to ensure you do not miss your check in
What to bring/wear ● Appropriate clothing for all weather conditions, eg. jacket for cooler months.
● Comfortable enclosed walking shoes
● Protective clothing, hat, sunscreen lotion, and sunglasses
● Water bottle, Snacks
● Umbrella / raincoat if rains
● Insect repellent
● Camera
● Money / credit card for optional purchases
Other info 【Important Post-Covid Service Information】
- Guests aged 16 years and older must be double vaccinated against Covid-19 from the 17 December 2021 (Unless changed by QLD GOV). Upon check-in all guests must use the QLD GOV APP and provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination. Guests aged 16 years and older, unable to provide the vaccination will be refused entry and no refund will be offered as the consequence.
- Passengers travel on Scenic Flight may be requested to wear a mask due to COVID-19 safety considerations.
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● Minimum Booking Numbers Apply
The maximum is 3 person in each group with minimum of 2. Tours may not proceed if minimum number is not met.

● Weight Limits
The maximum weight of each passenger is 125 kilograms. Each and every passengers' weight much be provided at time of booking. Please note it is at the Service Provider's discretion whether to accept your booking request if your weight exceeds their standard requirements.

● Flight Terms
All flights are subject to pilot discretion, weather, aircraft availability and air traffic control. In the event that The Service Provider cancels/postpones any flight(s) due to adverse weather conditions, The Service Provider will attempt to reschedule flight, or a full refund will be given. The Service Provider will endeavor to achieve on-time performance, although accept no responsibility for missing flight or tour connections arising from operational delays. Flight time listed is approximate and may vary depending on aircraft type.

● Other
The Service Provider may use photographs of clients in promotional material, including but not limited to social media, if you do not consent please advise The Service Provider.

2 Overview

Whitsundays Helicopter Experience is the signature helicopter product. Fly directly to world famous Whitehaven Beach, with aerial views of the Whitsunday Islands, Airlie Beach, Conway National Park, and more. Arriving on the beach in style, you'll have 1.5 hours to enjoy this pristine beach, voted the best in Australia.

Whitsundays Helicopter Experience: 60min Scenic Flight and 90min Whithaven Beach Time

Aboard on the modern helicopter, you will fly direct to world famous Whitehaven Beach, with aerial views of the Whitsundays along the way. After a smooth take off, you will soar above Conway National Park, river systems, and many beautiful Whitsunday islands as well as brilliant swirls of turquoise and deep blue water contrasted by white sand bars. Depending on the season, you might spot whales and turtles too. You will then enjoy an unparalleled bird's eye view of breathtaking Hill Inlet and soon after, you will reach Whitehaven Beach. 

Arriving on the secluded section of Whitehaven Beach and in absolute style, you'll have 1.5 hours to enjoy this pristine beach, voted one of the best in Australia.

 

Experience Highlights
  • Ariel view of the Whitsunday Islands
  • Fly over Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach 
  • Land at Whitehaven Beach for 1.5 hours
  • Guaranteed window seats

 

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3 Policy

Cancellation Policy

● If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
● If you cancel between 0 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
● If no show, no refund.

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