Top 2 Helicopter and Snorkeling Days Worldwide

1.Private Helicopter Tour: Reef Island Snorkeling and Gourmet Picnic Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · from $833Our pick

Take a private helicopter from Cairns over the Great Barrier Reef to Vlasoff Cay for two hours of snorkeling, swimming, and a picnic with sparkling wine. Your pilot supplies beach chairs, shade, blankets, and gear. If the cay is occupied, you may visit Turtle Beach or receive a longer reef flight.

“For a special occasion, or even just because, this is a sensational trip to do. On time, professional pick up from our hotel, followed by a required safety information session, but it wasn't long til we were in the sky. Landing on Middle Cay just as the tide was receding was fantastic. While we snorkelled, our pilot laid out a picnic rug and champagne brunch - a very generous offering compared to others we have experienced! Having two hours to snorkle, swim, lie in the sun and just enjoy the reef was wonderful. An experience we couldn't recommend more highly!”

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2.Moreton Island: Tangalooma Snorkel Tour with Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 1 day · from $292Best value

Spend a full day at Tangalooma from Brisbane, travelling by ferry to snorkel The Wrecks, fly over Moreton Island by helicopter, and watch wild dolphins at sunset. Your $292 ticket includes transfers, a lunch voucher, resort access, equipment, a 12-minute flight, one drink, and a sunset cocktail or mocktail.

“Enjoyed snorkelling the wrecks, although when we landed on the island at 11:50am, we had to report straight to the snorkelling trip area at 12:15, we were then waiting in our group to sign waivers, get the equipment, receive the safety briefing etc. We began snorkelling at 1:45, finishing 30 minutes later. After returning the equipment and getting dry, we went straight to the helicopter area as their desk was closed, and had been since arriving. Our pre booked and paid for helicopter trip almost didn’t happen as they had “finished for the day”. Thankfully they did take us and it was fantastic. Day felt rushed, and considering sunset is…”

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