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Highlights

• Helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef
• Options to snorkel or dive on the reef
• Lunch onboard the Evolution
• Scenic cruise from Hastings Reef back to Cairns

Description

Soar over four spectacular locations on the Great Barrier Reef on a scenic helicopter flight that departs from Cairns. After that, hop aboard the Evolution, a brand new (Jan 2016) state of the art reef boat on Hastings Reef run by Down Under Cruise & Dive. In the afternoon, have lunch and take part in a variety of aquatic activities including snorkelling, swimming, riding in a semi-submersible and taking a coral viewing tour on a boat with a glass bottom. You can also scuba dive at an extra cost, whether you’re a novice or an accomplished diver. Your afternoon concludes on a languid cruise that takes you back to Cairns as you enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and snacks.

Trip Includes

• 25 minute scenic helicopter flight to the reef
• Lunch on board the Evolution
• Approx 2 hours on the reef to snorkel & swim (optional scuba diving & semi sub)
• 90 minute boat ride back to Cairns marina
• Lycra/sun-suit hire included
• Complimentary tea and coffee, glass of wine and light snack
• Optional transfers from your Cairns accommodation (additional cost)

Duration

• Allow 5 hours 

Departures

• Check in at 12pm (returns by approx 4:30pm)
• Departs from Hanger 9, Bush Pilots Avenue, General Aviation
• Operates daily all year

Other Information

• Certified & introductory diving can be organised once on board the boat (additional cost)
• Passenger weight restriction of 130kg applies
• Bring sunscreen, a hat, spare clothes, swimwear/towel and cash or credit card for additional drinks and snacks 
• Please read the important dive information
• Toilets & baby change facilities
• Disposable underwater cameras available for sale on board
• Minimum age for scuba diving and intro diving is 12 years
• Please leave at least 24 hours after your last dive before flying