Airlie Beach Heart Reef and Hill Inlet Scenic Flight - Window Seat and Hotel Pickup

Fly from Airlie Beach
over Heart Reef and the Whitsundays

After pickup from your Airlie Beach accommodation, you travel to nearby Whitsunday Airport (Shute Harbour) and board a fixed-wing aircraft for a scenic flight of about 60 minutes over the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. Every passenger gets a window seat, and with the pilot's commentary you see Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and Heart Reef from the air. After landing, you are taken back to your accommodation in Airlie Beach.

Take off from an airport close to Airlie Beach

Flights depart from Whitsunday Airport (Shute Harbour), about 8 minutes by car from central Airlie Beach. Taking off much closer to Airlie Beach than other flights in the region saves around 40 minutes of travel time. Transfers are in air-conditioned vehicles, and the airport lounge offers free Wi-Fi, a café, phone charging, a water refill station and secure lockers.

Look down on 74 islands, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet

As you climb, the 74 islands of the Whitsundays come into view. Fly over the white sands of Whitehaven Beach and the postcard-famous Hill Inlet, taking in the views through large windows. An experienced pilot shares commentary about the region throughout the flight.

See Heart Reef on the Great Barrier Reef

Next, head out to the Great Barrier Reef and fly over Heart Reef, known for its heart shape. It is one of the most popular photo spots, so bring your camera and sunglasses.

※ The views from the air may vary depending on the weather.
※ Not suitable for people weighing 125 kg or more.