Tours/Airlie Beach/1hour Scenic Flight Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, GBR
Viator · group up to 12 pax

1hour Scenic Flight Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, GBR

4.9(150)Airlie Beach1 hour
VIATOR4.9(56)TRIPADVISOR4.9(94)

Description

Enjoy a 60 minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef, including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet! See the Whitsundays from above with a stunning Whitsunday 60 minute scenic flight over the islands and Great Barrier Reef, including famous Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach. Enjoy a bird’s eye view of many of the 74 Whitsunday Islands, fly over Whitehaven Beach and picture postcard Hill Inlet before heading out to the Great Barrier Reef and experiencing one of the most photographed reef locations, Heart Reef. The comfortable fixed wing aircraft offers big window viewing, pilot commentary and the best views of the Whitsundays! Ocean Rafting’s scenic flights depart from Whitsunday Airport, located at 12 Air Whitsunday Drive, Flame Tree, between the popular tourist destinations of Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands and just 8 minutes drive from the main street of Airlie Beach. Departs daily at 7am, 8.30am, 10.00am, 11.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm

Tour Options

60 Minute Scenic Flight
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

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Fly over world famous Heart Reef

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View Heart Reef from the Sky

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Fly over the stunning 7km Whitehaven Beach with it's pure white silica sand.

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Fly over the the amazing swirling sands of iconic Hill Inlet.

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Fly over some of the most beautiful islands in the Whitsundays.

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Fly over some of the most beautiful islands in the Whitsundays.

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Fly over the stunning 7km Whitehaven Beach with it's pure white silica sand.

Highlights

Views of Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Hill Inlet, Heart Reef and Great Barrier Reef
Courtesy bus transfers
Pilot commentary
All Fees and Taxes
60 minute reef and island scenic flight
Air-conditioned vehicle
Air-conditioned airport lounge
Free parking at Airport
Secure lockers
Guaranteed window seats with big window viewing

What's included

Included
Views of Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Hill Inlet, Heart Reef and Great Barrier Reef
Courtesy bus transfers
Pilot commentary
All Fees and Taxes
60 minute reef and island scenic flight
Air-conditioned vehicle
Air-conditioned airport lounge
Free parking at Airport
Secure lockers
Guaranteed window seats with big window viewing
Not included
This tour does not pick up or depart from Hamilton Island. You can join this tour from Airlie Beach.

Pickup Locations & Times

Courtesy coach door to door transfers are included from Airlie Beach accommodation or you may choose to meet at Whitsunday Airport at Shute Harbour. The airport is located 9 minutes from the main street of Airlie Beach. For Port of Airlie - please meet the bus at the Greyhound Terminal

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Maximum weight - 125kg per person

Reviews(150)

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Marco_F
July 22, 2026
Amazing

All in all, it was a really lovely trip. The all-round service, including the transfer and the excursion, was excellent. The pilot was brilliant too and told us lots about the islands and the reef.

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andrewmY1713LD
July 21, 2026
Excellent

Excellent from pick up to drop back. All the staff were wonderful

Operator response

Thanks so much for your kind words! We're delighted you had an excellent experience from pick-up to drop-off. We'll be sure to share your feedback with the team—they'll really appreciate it. Team Ocean Rafting

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Pioneer24713076166
July 15, 2026
Fantastic

Fantastic flight and great commentary from Woody the piolet

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you had a fantastic flight and enjoyed Woody's commentary along the way. He loves sharing the beauty and stories of the Whitsundays from the air, and we're sure he'll appreciate your kind words. Thanks for flying with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon! ✈️🌴😊 Team Ocean Rafting

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alinepzanatta
July 9, 2026
TO FEEL SO BEAUTIFUL!

THE MOST AMAZING VIEW OF AUSTRALIA! Simply to excite! Everyone sees from various angles the wonders of this wonderful place .

Operator response

Thank you so much for your beautiful review! We're delighted to hear that the experience was so moving for you. The Whitsundays truly are an incredible place, and seeing the islands and iconic scenery from so many different perspectives is something that stays with you long after the day is over. Thank you for choosing to explore this special part of Australia with us. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future! 🌴💙 Team Ocean Rafting

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Cheryl F
June 19, 2026
Breathtaking views of great barrier reef

Breathtaking view of the great barrier reef. Everyone got a window seat so no fighting for seats is needed. Definitely worth it

Operator response

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed the breathtaking views of the Great Barrier Reef from above. One of the best parts of our scenic flights is that every passenger gets a window seat, ensuring everyone has an incredible view of the Whitsundays and reef throughout the journey. Thank you for choosing to fly with us, and we're delighted you felt the experience was worth it. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon! Team Ocean Rafting

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Briony_L
June 15, 2026
Wonderful experience

This was in my bucket list and did not disappoint. Very efficient pick up drop off and our young lady pilot Jamie was excellent. Flight was a little bumpy at first but the views were really amazing. Well worth the money spent

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Svetlana_K
June 8, 2026
So happy I saw it with my own eyes!!!

It's amazing! I've got a heart reef painting at home now! I loved everything: the tour arrangements, the planes, our pilot. The Great Barrier Reef is incredible! Best Tour

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Cindy_D
June 8, 2026
Experience 1 of the 7 natural wonders of the world from the sky.

Don't hesitate to book this experience, its the best thing you'll do. Absolutely 💯 class A experience. Thank you to our lovely pilot Jamie.

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899bellak
June 4, 2026
Loved this!

We went for a scenic flight the day before our wedding, we had Jamie as our pilot, she was amazing! She had great knowledge and was very informative. The flight itself was beautiful and very smooth! Highly recommend

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! 💙 What a special way to celebrate before your wedding! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your scenic flight and that Jamie made the experience even more memorable with her knowledge and informative commentary. It's fantastic to know the flight was smooth and that you got to take in the beauty of the Whitsundays from above. Congratulations on your wedding, and thank you for the recommendation! ✈️🌴💍✨ Team Ocean Rafting

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Terry_B
May 14, 2026
Whitsunday Islands 1 hour scenic flight

Great experience, we had pilot Woody's, very informative and knowledgeable, flying over all islands and then out over the Coral Sea to the Great Barrier reef, amazing 👏

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