Cruise out to Moore Reef, enjoy time in the water and on the pontoon, then take to the skies on a scenic helicopter flight back to Cairns &mdash; a great way to experience the reef from two unforgettable perspectives.

<ul>
	<li>More than 48 hours before travel: Full refund for helicopter flights</li>
	<li>24&ndash;48 hours before travel: 50% cancellation fee applies to the helicopter flight</li>
	<li>Within 24 hours of travel: Helicopter flight is non-refundable</li>
	<li>No-show or missed tour: 100% cancellation fee applies</li>
	<li>Tour cancellation by the tour operator: If the tour is cancelled before departure, an alternative date or itinerary will be offered. If no alternative can be agreed, a full refund will be issued</li>
	<li>Tour shortened or changed due to weather or circumstances outside the tour operator&#39;s control: Any partial refund is at the tour operator&#39;s discretion</li>
	<li>Alternative reef destination: If the tour operates to an alternative reef destination, a partial refund may be offered at the tour operator&#39;s discretion</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li data-end="1426" data-section-id="2w4p6d" data-start="1370">Lunch</li>
	<li data-end="1426" data-section-id="2w4p6d" data-start="1370">Optional activities such as SCUBA diving and Seawalker</li>
	<li data-end="1447" data-section-id="b3pcti" data-start="1427">On-board purchases</li>
	<li data-end="1530" data-section-id="1pu1q76" data-start="1448">Prescription snorkel mask hire and any applicable deposit or replacement charges</li>
	<li data-end="1603" data-section-id="zgkrjl" data-start="1531">Separate meals for nut allergies unless arranged with 24 hours&#39; notice</li>
</ul>

Late arrivals may miss the transfer or departure of the helicopter and forfeit the tour

Yes, each passenger&#39;s individual body weight must be provided at the time of booking

One infant aged 0&ndash;1 years may routinely travel free of charge per flight when seated on a parent or guardian&#39;s lap using the provided aviation infant seat belt restraint

Yes, children aged 2&ndash;15 years must occupy their own paid seat on the helicopter

After landing at the Zoom Hangar at Cairns General Aviation Airport, a complimentary transfer takes guests back to the Reef Fleet Terminal

These activities are weather dependent and may occasionally be unavailable due to weather or mechanical issues

Start your morning at the Sunlover counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, where check-in is between 7:00am and 7:30am. Boarding follows before the catamaran departs Cairns Marina at approximately 8:00am, heading towards Moore Reef Pontoon.

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Arrive at Moore Reef at approximately 9:30am and enjoy around 2&ndash;2.5 hours of reef time. Get into the water with provided snorkelling equipment and expert instruction, or explore the reef from above and below the surface with the glass bottom boat and semi-submersible tours, which are weather dependent. You can also enjoy the waterslide, sundeck, underwater observatory and ocean-enclosed wading pool.

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Your return journey is the highlight of the experience, with an approximately 25-minute helicopter flight from Moore Reef to Cairns General Aviation Airport. Individual passenger body weights must be provided when booking, and passengers aged 2 years and over require their own paid helicopter seat.

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After landing at the Zoom Hangar, take the complimentary transfer back to the Reef Fleet Terminal. Late arrivals may miss the transfer or departure and forfeit the tour.

Duration

Start & End Time

Start & End Location

Moore Reef Pontoon Great Barrier Reef Cairns

Reef ZOOM Helicopter Flight Over Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling at Moore Reef

Sunlover Catamaran Cruise to Moore Reef

Moore Reef Glass Bottom Boat Experience

Sunlover Reef Cruises

720|08:00|0 MAKE OWN WAY TO REEF FLEET TERMINAL  @ 7:10 AM

<ul>
	<li data-end="686" data-section-id="lzab4d" data-start="635">Get up to 10% cashback when you book with us!</li>
	<li data-end="762" data-section-id="1inwyf8" data-start="687">Air-conditioned catamaran cruise from Cairns Marina to Moore Reef Pontoon</li>
	<li data-end="817" data-section-id="x3umxx" data-start="763">Approximately 2&ndash;2.5 hours of reef time at Moore Reef</li>
	<li data-end="898" data-section-id="1a4iczg" data-start="818">Snorkelling equipment including mask, fins, snorkel, lycra suit and lifejacket</li>
	<li data-end="976" data-section-id="v8z113" data-start="899">Snorkelling with expert instruction and access to a supervised snorkel zone</li>
	<li data-end="1042" data-section-id="yll3sk" data-start="977">Glass bottom boat and semi-submersible tours, weather dependent</li>
	<li data-end="1143" data-section-id="1hh4vee" data-start="1043">Access to the pontoon&#39;s waterslide, sundeck, underwater observatory and ocean-enclosed wading pool</li>
	<li data-end="1179" data-section-id="1512fpf" data-start="1144">Freshwater showers on the pontoon</li>
	<li data-end="1274" data-section-id="rd79pz" data-start="1180">Approximately 25-minute helicopter flight from Moore Reef to Cairns General Aviation Airport</li>
	<li data-end="1352" data-section-id="10r9ns3" data-start="1275">Complimentary transfer from the Zoom Hangar back to the Reef Fleet Terminal</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>Child age: Children aged 4&ndash;15 years are eligible for the child fare for the cruise component</li>
	<li>Helicopter child age: Children aged 2&ndash;15 years must occupy their own paid seat on the helicopter</li>
	<li>Helicopter infants: Infants aged 0&ndash;1 years may travel free of charge, with one infant routinely permitted per flight when seated on a parent or guardian&#39;s lap using the provided aviation infant seat belt restraint</li>
	<li>Helicopter weight requirement: Individual body weight of each passenger must be provided at the time of booking</li>
	<li>Helicopter seat limit: The maximum single-seat weight limit is approximately 120kg</li>
	<li>Check-in: Check-in is at the Sunlover counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, with check-in required between 7:00am and 7:30am</li>
	<li>Late arrivals: Guests who arrive late may miss the transfer or departure and forfeit the tour</li>
	<li>Booking information: Accurate passenger names, contact details, passenger numbers and ages must be provided at the time of booking</li>
	<li>Tour changes: Tours, schedules and activities may change due to weather, safety or operational requirements</li>
	<li>Included activities: Glass bottom boat and semi-submersible tours may be unavailable due to weather or mechanical issues without a refund where the main tour still operates</li>
	<li>Conditions of helicopter travel: Helicopter flights are operated by a separate helicopter operator and are subject to its own terms and conditions</li>
	<li>Smoking and vaping: Smoking and vaping are prohibited on the vessel and pontoon</li>
	<li>Alcohol: Bringing alcohol on board the vessel is strictly prohibited</li>
	<li>Luggage: Hand luggage is included in the overall helicopter weight calculation and should be kept to a minimum</li>
	<li>Non-transferable bookings: Bookings are non-transferable</li>
	<li>Boarding pass: A valid boarding pass is required for boarding</li>
	<li>Physical credit card: Where a booking is paid directly by credit card, the physical card used for payment and matching valid photo ID of the cardholder must be presented at check-in</li>
	<li>GST and EMC: Prices include GST and the Environmental Management Charge (EMC)</li>
</ul>

Reef ZOOM Half Day Cruise & Fly to Cairns

Meeting Point Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns QLD 4870 
Link: <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/BPczbgKsMNwZiA8i6">Navigate via Google Maps</a>

Location Details

The Reef Fleet Terminal is at the top of Spence Street, next to the marina. Look for the large two-storey building with a caf&eacute; at the entrance, opposite The Pier shopping centre and Shangri-La Hotel. Check in at the tour operator&#39;s desk inside the terminal to receive your boarding pass and directions to the catamaran.

By Bus:

<ul data-spread="false">
	<li>The closest bus stop is Spence Street at Grafton Street, approximately a 9-minute walk from the terminal</li>
	<li>Walk towards Spence Street and continue towards the Reef Fleet Terminal</li>
</ul>

By Car:

<ul data-spread="false">
	<li>Parking is available at the Cairns Regional Council Southern Esplanade (Lagoon) Car Park and The Pier Cairns Underground Car Park</li>
	<li>Both car parks are accessed from Pier Point Road</li>
</ul>

By Foot:

<ul data-spread="false">
	<li>The terminal is at the southern end of the Cairns Esplanade and Lagoon, opposite The Pier shopping centre and Shangri-La Hotel</li>
</ul>

Please check in between 7:00am and 7:30am. Boarding closes at 7:45am and the boat departs at 8:00am.

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