Travel from Cairns by catamaran to the Moore Reef pontoon and enjoy a 25 minute helicopter flight back to Cairns for a unique Great Barrier Reef experience.
25 minute scenic helicopter flight from Moore Reef pontoon to Cairns
Catamaran cruise from Cairns to Moore Reef pontoon included
Unique aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef
Experience both marine and aerial perspectives of the reef
What’s included
One-way catamaran cruise from Cairns to Moore Reef pontoon
One-way helicopter flight from Moore Reef pontoon to Cairns
Overview
Experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef from both sea and sky on this unique adventure between the Moore Reef pontoon and Cairns. Begin your full-day journey by cruising out from Cairns to the Moore Reef pontoon aboard a comfortable catamaran, giving you the opportunity to take in the vibrant marine environment.
Enhance your reef tour with a memorable 25 minute helicopter flight back to Cairns. Soar above the famous reef, enjoying panoramic aerial views that highlight its stunning coral formations and turquoise waters.
This experience combines the excitement of a scenic helicopter ride with a classic reef cruise, making it ideal for travellers seeking a diverse way to explore the Great Barrier Reef and its surrounds.
Commonly asked questions.
The tour includes the catamaran cruise to Moore Reef, approximately four hours at the Outer Reef pontoon, buffet lunch, snorkelling equipment, glass-bottom boat, semi-submersible, underwater observatory, waterslide and a 25-minute scenic helicopter flight back to Cairns.
The flight from Moore Reef to Cairns takes approximately 25 minutes, providing aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef, islands and tropical coastline.
Check-in is at the Sunlover Cruises counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal at 1 Spence Street, Cairns.
You have approximately four hours at the Moore Reef pontoon, giving you plenty of time to snorkel and enjoy the included reef activities.
Yes. A buffet lunch is included on the full-day Moore Reef tour.
Yes. Snorkelling equipment is included, allowing you to explore the coral gardens and tropical marine life surrounding the pontoon.
No. The pontoon provides different ways to experience the reef, including the glass-bottom boat, semi-submersible and underwater observatory. Swimming and snorkelling are optional.
ZOOM Helicopters carry a maximum of six guests per helicopter, providing a small-group scenic flight experience.
Flights are subject to weather, operational conditions, minimum numbers and seat availability. The pilot makes the final decision about whether conditions are suitable for flying.
If weather or operational conditions prevent the helicopter flight, Sunlover states that the flight component can be rebooked or refunded, while the reef day can continue by catamaran.
Additional info by the operator.
8:45-9:45am - Check in at Sunlover Cruises, Reef Fleet Terminal
10:15am - Depart Cairns by catamaran
11:45am - Arrive at Moore Reef pontoon
11.45am-3:30pm - Explore Moore Reef, snorkel, glass-bottom boat, semi-submersible, underwater observatory, waterslide and buffet lunch
3:30pm - Depart Moore Reef by helicopter
3:55pm - Land at Cairns Airport
4:10pm - Back at the Reef Fleet Terminal after your Complimentary transfer
