1hour Scenic Flight Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, GBR
Overview
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1 hour
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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
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Maximum weight - 125kg per person
What To Expect
Heart Reef
Fly over world famous Heart Reef
View Heart Reef from the Sky
Options
60 Minute Scenic Flight
Pickup included
What‘s 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
This tour does not pick up or depart from Hamilton Island. You can join this tour from Airlie Beach.
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
144 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
So happy I saw it with my own eyes!!!
Svetlana K,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It'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
Experience 1 of the 7 natural wonders of the world from the sky.
Cindy D,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Don't hesitate to book this experience, its the best thing you'll do. Absolutely 💯 class A experience. Thank you to our lovely pilot Jamie.
Loved this!
899bellak,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We 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
Whitsunday Islands 1 hour scenic flight
Terry B,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great 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 👏
Highly recommend this company and team, 10/10, profesional, attentive and organised, felt safe ,Thank you so much :)
SilviaAndrea G,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I felt so grateful experience and see one of the natural wonders of the world. Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef is just stunning! 10/10 experience .If you ever get the chance, do it :)
Excellent tour. The...
Steven L,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. The scenery was superb. The pilot, Josh, was extremely helpful as was his commentary in pointing out all the important views.
Good experience, great views!
Floor1990,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great experience on the scenic flight. The pilot was very nice and informative. We had great views of the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef.
Incredible !
felicity b,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Stunning views, the pilot gave us so much interesting information and was super engaging, so worth it would do it again. Highly reccommend!!
Pilot ensured each side...
Peg H,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Pilot ensured each side had spectacular views. Planes very well maintained and ground staff very friendly and accommodating to my mobility challenged partner.
Reef views, experience of a lifetime.
L7545CBmarcuss,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding views of Reef, a landscape (seascape?) you can’t imagine until you see it. Well organised, punctual, good safety considerations.
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