>> More Hotels Whitsundays

Air Whitsunday Seaplane Tours

Bookings Freecall 1800 252 668

Air Whitsunday is the longest established seaplane operator in Australia with a pioneering history of developing seaplane services and tours to the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef.

These aircraft, passionately referred to by the industry as " The Immortal Beaver", are being developed further by Air Whitsunday with the installation of the Advanced Wing, a new wing design allowing an increase in payload of 50% and a new cabin configuration. Air Whitsunday's Pilots are among the most experienced in their field. With an impeccable safety record Air Whitsunday has the enviable reputation as one of the best.

Panorama
Duration: 4.5 hours

There is a good reason why this tour is our most popular. See the best the Whitsunday region has to offer in one tour. Enjoy the incredible textures and colours of the Great Barrier Reef from the air and then the fantastic fish and coral from under the water. This tour includes a spectacular scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands, Heart Reef and two hours snorkelling and coral viewing from our private semi submersible at the reef in small groups. The vessel has an underwater viewing chamber, sun and shade deck areas with easy access into the water.

Reef Adventure Flight
Duration: 3 hours

Departing daily, our seaplanes will showcase the magnitude of the Great Barrier Reef from above, before landing and transferring to our 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. Our seaplanes have large, unobstructed windows perfect for photography. Our 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.

Whitehaven Experience
Duration: 2 hours (3 hours ex Hayman)

Visit the famous Whitehaven Beach by seaplane. Flights depart daily and include a spectacular direct scenic flight over the Whitsunday passage, islands and Hill Inlet. Our seaplanes land gracefully at an area of beach with few or no other visitors

Reef & Whitehaven Scenic
Duration: 65 mins

If you've snorkelled the Great Barrier Reef 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 our seaplanes. See Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, Hook, Hardy and Heart Reef and Hayman Island plus the thrill of a seaplane water landing. Bring your camera.

Island day trips
Duration: Minimum of six hours on island

Hayman
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 and lunch. Due to the five star nature of Hayman Island, please ensure you dress to a smart casual standard.

Peppers Palm Bay
Discover Peppers Palm Bay. Nestled against 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 Riviera Restaurant.

Prices ex Whitsunday Airport
Reef Adventure
Adult: $300
Child: $270

Panorama Tour
Adult:$405
Child: $375

Whitehaven Experience
Adult:$230
Child: $200

Reef & Whitehaven Scenic
Adult: $260
Child: $260

Hayman day trip
Adult: $195
Child: $195

Peppers day trip
Adult:$165