Nautilus Aviation and Quicksilver's iconic Outer Reef Cruise create an ultimate reef experience to the renowned Agincourt Reef - a beautiful reef lagoon located on the very edge of Australia's continental shelf. From the spacious activity platform, the widest range of inclusive and optional activities are available to discover this stunning reef world from above and below.
Helicopter transfers to and from the platform plus joy flights provide the most spectacular views of this jewel-like ribbon reef with spectacular coral formations, clear outer reef waters in many shades of blue and if you're lucky, sea turtles, manta rays, dugongs and even whales.
Helicopter transfers to and from the platform plus joy flights provide the most spectacular views of this jewel-like ribbon reef with spectacular coral formations, clear outer reef waters in many shades of blue and if you're lucky, sea turtles, manta rays, dugongs and even whales.
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Wharf Street, Wharf St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
For those doing the Cruise and Fly, Check-in at the Quicksilver reservations for a 10 AM a departure.
For those doing a Fly and Cruise or a Fly and Fly check-in is at the Nautilus Aviation office at Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort at 10.40am for an 11.10am departure.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Agincourt Reef, Port Douglas, Queensland 4877 Australia
Arriving at Agincourt reef, enjoy approximately 3 hours at the reef. There is a range of activities you can choose from there's snorkelling, semi-submersible coral viewing tour, underwater observatory, fish feeding presentation and a range of additional extras you can pay for on the boat.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Port Douglas, Port Douglas, Queensland
At the end of the day depending on your choice of package enjoy a flight back or leisurely cruise back to Port Douglas
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Wharf Street, Wharf St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
For those doing the Cruise and Fly, Check-in at the Quicksilver reservations for a 10 AM a departure.
For those doing a Fly and Cruise or a Fly and Fly check-in is at the Nautilus Aviation office at Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort at 10.40am for an 11.10am departure.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Agincourt Reef, Port Douglas, Queensland 4877 Australia
Arriving at Agincourt reef, enjoy approximately 3 hours at the reef. There is a range of activities you can choose from there's snorkelling, semi-submersible coral viewing tour, underwater observatory, fish feeding presentation and a range of additional extras you can pay for on the boat.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Port Douglas, Port Douglas, Queensland
At the end of the day depending on your choice of package enjoy a flight back or leisurely cruise back to Port Douglas
Duration: 1 hour
Reviews
Lucas_B - 5/5
Amazing experience seeing the reef rom the air, it’s a must do!! Will definitely be back to do this again!
Donna W - 5/5
We were a group of 6 adults and 1 toddler and we had a fantastic day. Kord was our pilot again and we had the best helicopter trip out to the reef and back. The lady who greeted us at the starting point was also lovely. All the staff out at the Quicksilver pontoon were also very helpful - especially the young fellow who picked us up from the helicopter and drove us in the boat to the pontoon. Thank You so much - it was the highlight of our trip.
Ursula_P - 4/5
Having a private snorkeling tour on the reef with Glen :)
The information on the way out to the reef on the boat wars very good!!
Ballan66 - 5/5
The helicopter tour out to the Quick Silver reef platform was incredible. Lasting 35 minutes, the scenery was spectacular and our pilots commentary very informative.
If you compare the premium over taking the boat both ways, the helicopter ride was fantastic value for money.
Once at the platform, we were greeted by a host who filled us in on the various included activities. The glass bottom boat was average, but the snorkelling was brilliant, and the buffet lunch very nice. In theory there was a pretty full number of tourists but heaps of space and no delays at all.
The cruise back on e boat was fine - but made us realise how special the helicopter flight out was.
Overall an outstanding experience that made our 30th wedding anniversary so memorable
tomtO4564UZ - 5/5
We did a scenic tour operated by Nautilus Aviation leaving from the Quicksilver outer Great Barrier Reef platform, returning to Port Douglas (ie we skipped the boat ride back). Nautilus Aviation were fantastic - a great experience and definitely worth doing. Highly recommend!
Tess_L - 5/5
This was an amazing experience, no better way to see the beautiful reef than from above and then from within 😍
evvagoes - 3/5
My brother and I took the 1 hour flight to see the reef and rainforest. We had a warm welcome and took off.
We were up high so didn’t see any real details, which was disappointing, blue water and the tops of trees, some waterfalls in the distance. We had hoped for a few closer views. We both felt $699 each was a lot for not much.
Kelli_A - 5/5
Absolutely amazing! Great staff and would highly recommend. Everything was perfect including the weather.
Donna W - 5/5
My husband booked a trip as an anniversary surprise. What a wonderful experience it was. We had the 2 hours on Vlasoff Cay and it was probably a once in a lifetime experience. It was absolutely amazing. Thanks to Kord our pilot for a wonderful day - one that we will never forget. The views of the stingrays and turtles etc was something to behold. It was certainly surreal.
Adam_M - 5/5
Amazing day topped off with the helicopter flight back, the crew are so attentive to make the whole experience enjoyable
Inclusions
- Fly/Cruise or Cruise/Fly: Approx. 35 minute scenic flight
- Approx. 3 hours at the outer reef platform
- Reef presentation by marine biologist
- Lunch - Hot and cold tropical buffet lunch
- Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel & fins)
- Snorkelling instruction provided
- Qualified lifeguard supervision
- Buoyancy vests and flotation noodles
- Lycra suits
- Underwater observatory fish & coral viewing
- Semi-submersible coral viewing tour with commentary
- Fish feeding [conducted by crew]
- Entry/Admission - Agincourt Reef
Exclusions
- Scuba Diving
- Oceanwalker helmet diving
- Guided Snorkelling Tour
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Terms & Conditions
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Child Policy: Children 3 years and above are legally required to be seated in their own seat and are therefore required to pay the full ticket price. Subject to conditions, children under 3 years may travel free of charge when seated on a parents/guardians lap. For bookings of more than one infant (under 3 years), conditions apply – please contact Reservations.
- Weight Policy: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carryon luggage MUST be advised at the time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single seat payload of 130KG. For passenger comfort and aircraft weight and balance, passengers exceeding 130KG are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of ticket price – this is non-commissionable and payable to Nautilus Aviation on day of travel.
- Tour Cancellations: Tours and aircraft substitutions are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability.
- Bad Weather: In the event of bad weather, providing there is availability, date changes are welcome or in the worst case scenario, cancellations. Please note, if half the paid tour was possible e.g. the helicopter portion or cruise portion of the Fly/Cruise, Cruise/Fly or Cruise/Cruise without the package scenic flight, the relevant refund will be made.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- Nautilus Aviation has a comprehensive COVID plan in place.