Scenic Flights Over Port Douglas

Leave the ground behind and experience the breathtaking beauty of Tropical North Queensland from above on a Port Douglas Scenic Flight. Soar over two UNESCO World Heritage sites - the The Great Barrier Reef  and the Daintree Rainforest National Park - with breathtaking views on a Port Douglas helicopter tour.

From towering mountain ranges to vibrant coral reefs, nothing compares to the bird’s-eye perspective you’ll gain as you cruise between 100 to 500 ft (30–152m) above the natural wonders of Port Douglas.

What Can You Expect on a Port Douglas Scenic Flight?

• Aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef’s patchwork of coral formations with exper commentary
• Sweeping vistas of Four Mile Beach and the Coral Sea
• A glide over the canopy of the Daintree Rainforest on rainforest selected tours
• Opportunities to combine helicopter tour with reef snorkelling tour
• Optional secluded sand cay or rainforest waterfall landings

This is more than just a flight - a Port Douglas Helicopter tour is a spectacular, high-altitude immersion into the very best of Tropical North Queensland - definitely an experience to tick off on any To Do List and a guaranteed highlight of your Port Douglas holiday! 

Helicopter Scenic Flights from Port Douglas

For an amazing view over the reef or rainforest a scenic helicopter flight is ideal. Departing directly from Port Douglas, you can choose:

• 30-minute Scenic Reef flights
• 45-minute extended reef islands flights
• 60-minute Reef & Rainforest flight experiences

Upgrade to a secluded Sandy Cay Escape Picnic, complete with gourmet picnic hamper and chilled beverages for a romantic or celebratory touch.

Can I Combine a Scenic Flight with a Tour? 
Absolutely. You can combine your scenic flight with:

• Heli & Reef Combo: A full-day Great Barrier Reef snorkelling adventure out to the award winning Quicksilver Pontoon. Enjoy a 30-35 minute scenic helicopter flight flying low over the reef to the Quicksilver pontoon located at Agincourt Reef.  Choose to fly out and cruise back, cruise out and fly back, or fly both directions.  Your day on the pontoon includes a range of activities including snorkelling, lunch, underwater observatory, and more.  Optional guided snorkel tours & scuba diving is also available and should be pre-booked.

This is what we call a fully immersive Port Douglas experience—seeing it from the air, exploring it from the ground, and diving into its waters.

There is no better way to take in the full perspective of two such iconic World Heritage listed destinations such as Australia’s Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree and Cape Tribulation rainforests than on a scenic helicopter flight and see it from above and then explore these regions from the ground in a four wheel drive tour and a reef tour with some underwater snorkelling and scuba diving. This is what we call a full immersional experience of Port Douglas and Tropical North Queensland Australia.

As your scenic flight takes you over your Port Douglas holiday accommodation “ I can see our hotel room from here” to a wide sweep of the expanse of white sands of Four Mile Beach and out to the Coral Sea and the Great Barrier Reef this really is exhilaration on a natural high.

Frequently Asked Questions 

How long are Port Douglas Helicopter Tours?
Choose from 30, 45, or 60-minute helicopter flights. Custom itineraries are also available.

Can I land on a sand cay or rainforest waterfall?
Yes! Ask about our exclusive Sandy Cay Escape with free time on a sand cay, and Rainforest Waterfall Experience for a private landing and picnic.

Is it suitable for couples or special celebrations?
Definitely. A Port Douglas scenic flight is perfect for proposals, anniversaries, and milestone holidays.

Where do flights depart from?
Helicopter flights typically depart from heliports in Port Douglas, while fixed-wing options may depart from Cairns.  Transfers from your Port Douglas hotel can be provided at time of booking.

Port Douglas Scenic Flight Options
Other than a helicopter you can also take a microlight aircraft, or fixed wing aircraft from Cairns. Feeling the wind through your hair and being able to smell the salt of the sea and the subtle honey waft of the Melaleuca blossom gives you a feeling of being more at one on a microlight flight.  With only the low hum of the microlight’s engine, you will truly have the feeling that you are soaring like a bird.  With just you and the pilot it is a singularly awe inspiring unforgettable adventure.  You can also take to the sky in a Hot Air Balloon, which takes you over the Atherton Tablelands (transfers from Port Douglas available).

If you've ever wanted to visit the Tip of Australia - you could also choose a Cape York Scenic Flight from Cairns up to Cape York on an amazing full day tour.