Adventure and Sports
Air Whitsunday Seaplanes
Airlie Beach
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Air Whitsunday Seaplanes Tours
- Panorama
- Peppers Palm Bay Daytrip
- Reef Adventure Tour
- Whitehaven Experience
- Reef and Whitehaven Scenic
- Fly/Cruise to Fantasea Reefworld
- Hayman Island Daytrip
Panorama
See the best the Whitsunday region has to offer in one half day tour, enjoy the incredible textures and colours of the Whitsunday islands and the Great Barrier Reef from the air.This tour includes snorkelling and coral view from the private semi submersible at their very own reef location inside the calm waters of Hardy Lagoon. The vessel has an underwater viewing chamber, sun and shade deck areas along with easy access into the water.This adventure at the Great Barrier Reef is followed with a relaxing one hour visit to Whitehaven Beach, a beautiful silica beach on Whitsunday Island where you can enjoy a picnic lunch and an exploration of one of the world top 10 beaches.
TOUR INFORMATION
Tour Duration: 4 hours
and 30 minutes
Pickup Available: Yes.
All tours are available from your island or boat anchorage at a small additional charge.
Tour Departures
Departures from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Tour Departs From:
- Airlie Beach Airport
Airlie Beach
Tour Travels To:
- Heart Reef
Airlie Beach, Queensland
- Whitehaven Beach
Airlie Beach, Queensland
RATES - All Year 2008/2009 *
Valid from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
All snorkelling equipment, flotation devices at the reef, towels, in-flight commentary, chilled water, sparkling wine, cheese and crackers, a picnic lunch of salads and cold meats, cake and fruit.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $390.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
| Child aged 3-12 | $360.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
Other Information
Children: Children are welcome.
Disabled: Some disabled facilities are available. Limited mobility passengers assisted.
Peppers Palm Bay Daytrip
Discover Peppers Palm Bay nestled amongst swaying palms fringing a private beach, this beautiful resort can be yours for the day. Transfer by seaplane with full use of retreat facilities and a main course lunch selection from the menu at La Rivera Restuarant.
TOUR INFORMATION
Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour Departures
Departures from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Tour Departs From:
- Whitsunday Airport
Airlie Beach
Tour Travels To:
- Peppers Palm Bay
Airlie Beach, Queensland
RATES - All Year 2008/2009 *
Valid from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Includes return seaplane transfer to Peppers Palm Bay on Long Island, use of the resorts pool and front beach, any main meal from the La Rivera Restaurant.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $175.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
Reef Adventure Tour
Departing daily, the seaplanes will showcase the magnitude of the Great Barrier Reef from above, before landing and transferring to the private semi-subs at Hardy Reef for two hours coral viewing and snorkelling. Enjoy aerial views of Hook, Hardy and Heart Reefs from above and explore this amazing underwater world from below. The vessels have an underwater viewing chamber, sun and shade decks and easy step access into the water. Groups are limited to a maximum of 22 people to ensure that you receive the very best of Air Whitsunday's friendly attention. Snorkelling assistance and tuition is provided. All ages and fitness levels are catered for.
TOUR INFORMATION
Tour Duration: 3 hours
Tour Departures
Departures from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Tour Departs From:
- Whitsunday Airport
Airlie Beach
Tour Travels To:
- Great Barrier Reef
Airlie Beach, Queensland
RATES - All Year 2008/2009 *
Valid from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
All snorkelling equipment, flotation devices at the reef, towels, in-flight commentary, chilled water, sparkling wine, cheese and crackers.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $280.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
| Child aged 3-12 | $240.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
Whitehaven Experience
Visit famous Whitehaven Beach by seaplane. Flights depart daily and include a spectacular direct scenic flight over the Whitsunday passage and islands. Your aircraft will complete some aerial work over Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach for that postcard photograph before landing gracefully at an area of beach with few or no other visitors.
TOUR INFORMATION
Tour Duration: 3 hours
Tour Departures
Departures from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Tour Departs From:
- Whitsunday Airport
Airlie Beach
Tour Travels To:
- Whitehaven Beach
Airlie Beach, Queensland
RATES - All Year 2008/2009 *
Valid from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Include towels, in-flight commentary, chilled water, sparkling wine, cheese and crackers, cake and fruit.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $220.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
| Child aged 3-12 | $180.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
Reef and Whitehaven Scenic
If you've snorkelled the Great Barrier Reef already or if you don't wish to get your feet wet, don't miss this! The incredible textures and colours of the Whitsunday and the Great Barrier Reef can only be appreciated from the comfort of these seaplanes. See Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, Hook, Hardy and Heart Reefs and Hayman Island plus the thrill of a seaplane water landing. Bring your camera!
TOUR INFORMATION
Tour Duration: 1 hour
Tour Departures
Departures from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Tour Departs From:
- Whitsunday Airport
Airlie Beach
Tour Travels To:
- Great Barrier Reef
Airlie Beach, Queensland
- Whitehaven Beach
Airlie Beach, Queensland
- Hill Inlet
Airlie Beach, Queensland
- Hook, Hardy and Heart Reefs
Airlie Beach, Queensland
RATES - All Year 2008/2009 *
Valid from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Includes in-flight commentary and water landing at the Great Barrier Reef.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $255.00 | Tour Only |
| Child aged 3-12 | $255.00 | Tour Only |
Fly/Cruise to Fantasea Reefworld
Fantasea Reefworld is the largest purpose built pontoon facility on the Great Barrier Reef. Seaplanes depart daily for Reefworld and include aerial views of Hayman, Hook, Hardy and Heart Reefs before land at the pontoon. Guests have the option of snorkelling or diving, riding the semi-sub or simply enjoy being part of the largest living structure on earth. Reefworld has showers, toilets, sun and shade areas and provides snorkelling equipment.
TOUR INFORMATION
Tour Duration: 7 hours
Tour Departures
Departures from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Tour Departs From:
- Whitsunday Airport
Airlie Beach
Tour Travels To:
- Great Barrier Reef
Airlie Beach, Queensland
RATES - All Year 2008/2009 *
Valid from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Includes in-flight commentary, admission into Fantasea Reefworld and use of all the facilities. A full buffet lunch is also provided on the pontoon. Return to the mainland on Fantaseas comfortable vessel.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $355.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
| Child aged 3-12 | $355.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
Hayman Island Daytrip
Indulge in the exotic and sample one of the Leading Hotels of the World for a day. Fly to Hayman Island and enjoy the full use of the resort facilities including non-motorised water sports on the front beach. Packages include a lunch voucher redeemable at the famous Hayman Pool Bar or Beach Pavilion. Due to the five star nature of Hayman Island, please ensure you dress to a smart casual standard.
TOUR INFORMATION
Tour Duration: 6 hours
Tour Departures
Departures from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Tour Departs From:
- Whitsunday Airport
Airlie Beach
Tour Travels To:
- Hayman Island
Queensland
RATES - All Year 2008/2009 *
Valid from
01 Apr 08
-
31 Mar 09
Return seaplane transfers to Hayman Island, full use of all resort facilities, a AUD30.00 lunch voucher redeemable at the Hayman Pool Bar or Beach Pavillion.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $195.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
| Child aged 3-12 | $195.00 | Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
* All rates quoted are a guide only. This operator may have specials throughout the year. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please make an enquiry. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.
