3 Must Do North Queensland Helicopter Flights
If you are looking for some excitement during your holiday to North Queensland, consider taking one of these three must do Queensland helicopter flights. They will take you over the rainforest, across rivers and through canyons!
There is no denying that North Queensland offers many majestic views just by driving down the road or walking on a trail. However, if you want to see some truly spectacular scenery that most people never get to experience in their lifetime, then take one of these must do North Queensland helicopter flights! All 3 offer unique experiences so be sure to pick which one suits your needs best before signing up.
1.Litchfield Waterfalls Scenic Flights
Exploring Litchfield by scenic helicopter flight provides a true appreciation of the scale and variety of the National Parks unique landscape while ensuring you don’t miss any of the highlights!
Tour highlights of this Queensland helicopter flight include: Florence Falls, Wangi Falls, Tolmer Falls, and The Lost City. The Lost City is believed to date back more than 500 million years! This area is normally only accessible to those with a 4WD willing to brave 10 km of rough and rocky single-track, regularly impassable in the wet season. Witnessing The Lost City by helicopter is not only practical but provides an unmatched perspective available year round.
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2. World Heritage Highlights Flight
If you want to visit the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Beach, this Queensland helicopter flight is for you. This experience is a combination of a helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef, a river cruise through the rainforest, and a road trip into the bush.
The adventure begins with a 45 minute scenic helicopter flight to enjoy sweeping panoramic views from the tropical rainforest-clad coastline, across the azure waters of the Coral Sea and into the very heart of the Great Barrier Reef.
After the helicopter tour, hop on board the Daintree River Cruise. Your experienced river guide will discuss the unique characteristics of the region’s birdlife, butterflies, tree snakes, reptiles, mangrove systems and other endemic plants. The experience also includes a guided boardwalk tour, swimming and lunch. And you can’t forget about the ice-cream stop before a cable-ferry crossing of the mighty Daintree River.
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3. Magnetic Island Scenic Flight
Departing Townsville’s waterfront precinct across Cleveland Bay, this Queensland helicopter flight will turn your focus to Magnetic Island’s ruggedly beautiful, yet equally picturesque coastline. Magnetic Island’s 40km of coastline has no less than 23 beautiful beaches and secluded bays, some only accessible by foot or boat, but all clearly visible from the air! Many larger marine species are often best seen from the air. Inflight sightings have included Sea Turtles, Sharks, Manta Rays, Dolphins and even majestic Humpback Whales.
On the helicopter flight back to the mainland, you’ll see Townsville City, The Port of Townsville, the Ross River, Castle Hill, and the famous Strand.
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Book Your Queensland Helicopter Flight
Queensland has a range of unforgettable experiences . If you’re ready to start planning your Queensland helicopter flight check out our available tours and book now.
