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Air Whitsunday Seaplanes
 


 
Air Whitsunday was the first to pioneer seaplane services to the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsunday Islands in April 1973...The company has now grown to be the largest seaplane operator in the southern hemisphere.

Air Whitsunday operates a fleet of the popular De Havilland Beaver amphibious float planes which carries 6 passengers... and over time have made many developments and enhancements to this reliable and rugged workhorse...

  Including:
  • a stretched passenger cabin
  • additional and larger passengers windows
  • modified wings
  • fuel and hydraulic systems.
Air Whitsunday also fly the luxurious Cessna C208 caravans, providing passengers with air conditioning and whisper quiet comfort...this is a modern high speed turbine powered aircraft with a seat capacity up to 10 passengers...it is known to be as the most versatile commuter aircraft in production today.


 
 


Private Charters
Each tour is available on a private charter basis ensuring the exclusive use of the seaplane and where applicable,the semi-sub... aircraft are" amphibious"giving them the ability to land on water or runways.

Transfers... Connect quickly with the international and domestic flights to and from most Whitsunday Island destinations... transfers are available to/from Cairns, Townsville. Mackay, Hamilton Island, Whitsunday Coast Airport, Whitsunday Airport, Hayman Island, Long Island, Club Med Lindeman Island and Brampton Island... Transfer prices are per aircraft, one way...See fares below... For other routes please contact us.

Island and Anchorage Departures...Most tours are also available from Club Crocodile Long Island , Peppers Palm Bay and Whitsunday Wilderness Lodge... Pleasecontact us for reservations and details.

Experience the ease of a seaplane pick up from the back of your yacht... Holidays Allover recommends the Reef Adventure tour to take you where your boat can't go.

Children are catered for... Children are welcome and child prices are available for children aged 2 to 12 years inclusive when accompanied by two adults.

Disabled Access...Some disabled access is available.. Limited mobility passengers are assisted.

Fares are per person in Australian dollars and includes GST and Marine Park taxes... Note: Cancellation fees apply and minimum numbers are required on all tours.
Valid from:1 April 2007

 
Tour Duration Adult Child
Reef and Whitehaven Scenic 1hr $209 $189
Whitehaven Experience 2 hrs $165 $155
Hayman Day Trip 7 hrs $195 $175
Reef Adventure Tour 3 hrs $299 $199
Panorama Tour 4.5 hrs $360 $245
Fly/ cruise to Fantasea Reefworld: Snorkel only (diving additional) 6 hrs $325 $310
Seaplane Golf Package Laguna (minimum numbers apply) $295 $295
Yacht Pick Up ...$50 Surcharge-per vessel


Island transfers

Transfers to/from Whitsunday Airport (Airlie Beach)
These prices are based on a per aircraft rate.

  • DHC-2 Dehavilland Beaver carries 6 passengers
  • C208 Cessna caravan carries 10 passengers
  DHC-2 C208
Hayman Island $490 $760
Peppers Palm bay-Long island $275 $415
Hamilton Island $289 $435
 

Transfers to/from Whitsunday Coast Airport (Proserpine)

  DHC-2 C208
Hayman Island $905 $1810
Peppers Palm bay -Long Island $789  
 

Transfers to/from Hamilton Island

  DHC-2 C208
Hayman Island $760 $1525
Peppers Palm Bay-Long Island    
 

Transfers to/from Mackay Airport

  DHC-2 C208
Hayman Island $1570 $2360
Peppers Palm Bay-Long Island $1360 $2095
Whitsunday Airport $1360 $2095
 



Whitsunday tours

reef adventure tour (3 hours)  
   

Enjoy the incredible textures and colours of the Great Barrier Reef from the air... and then the fantastic fish and coral from under the water.

This tour includes a spectacular seaplane excursion over the Whitsunday islands and Heart reef along with two hours snorkelling and coral viewing from a private semi-submersible on the reef...This semi submersible has an underwater viewing chamber,sun and shade deck areas and easy step access into the the water...all ages and fitness levels catered for.

Includes:

  • Return seaplane scenic flights
  • In- flight commentary
  • Scenic views of the Whitsunday Islands and Heart Reef
  • Two hours at the reef snorkelling and coral viewing
  • Snorkel equipment,buoyancy vests and devices
  • Refreshments,sparkling wine and a small snack
  • Small groups of people
  • Towels
 

Tour Adult Child
Reef adventures
$299
$199
 
 
panorama tour (4 1/2 hours)
 

Guests vote this tour the most popular...Combine all of the features of the Reef Adventure tour (above) together with a relaxing one hour visit to Whitehaven, a beautiful pure white silica beach on Whitsunday Island... Includes a light picnic meal with refreshments at Whitehaven Beach.

Includes:

  • Return seaplane scenic flights
  • In- flight commentary
  • Scenic views of the Whitsunday Islands and Heart Reef
  • Two hours at the reef snorkelling and coral viewing
  • Snorkel equipment,buoyancy vests and devices
  • One hour stop at Whitehaven Beach
  • Refreshments,sparkling wine and a small snack
  • Small groups of people
  • Towels
 

Tour Adult Child
Panorama
$360
$245
 
 
whitehaven experience (2 Hours)
 

Visit famous Whitehaven beach by seaplane... Flights depart daily and include a spectacular direct scenic flight over the Whitsunday Passage, islands and Hill Inlet... seaplanes land offshore in calm water, along Whitehaven beach after locating a landing spot with few or no other visitors.

Includes:

  • Refreshments,sparkling wine and a small gourmet snack
  • 1 1/2 hours on Whitehaven beach
  • Return seaplane flights to Whitehaven beach
  • In- flight commentary
  • Towels
 

Tour Adult Child
Whitehaven Experience
$165
$155
 
 
reef and whitehaven scenic (1 hour)
 

If you've already snorkelled on the Great Barrier reef,are short on time or if you don't wish to get your feet wet,don't miss this!

The incredible textures and colours of the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef can only be appreciated from the comfort of a seaplane...see Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, Hook, Hardy and Heart Reefs as well as Hayman Island ...you'll also experience the thrill of a seaplane water landing... Bring your camera.

Includes:

  • Comfort of over water flight in a seaplane
  • Large panoramic windows for photography
  • Inflight commentary
  • Seaplane water landing - water conditions permitting
 

Tour Adult Child
Reef & Whitehaven
$209
$189
 
 
fly to fantasea reefworld and cruise back (6 hours fly/cruise)
   

Enjoy the beauty of the islands and the Great Barrier Reef from a seaplane and land at Fantasea Reefworld for the day...tour includes a buffet lunch and the return cruise to Shute Harbour aboard Fantasea... diving is available as an option.

To fully appreciate the beauty of the reef it needs to be flown over at low tide,so tides on the day influence which leg of your tour is flown or cruised... Minimum numbers apply

Includes:

  • Comfort of over water flight in a seaplane
  • Large panoramic windows for photography
  • Seaplane water landing
 

Tour Adult Child
Fantasea reefworld
$325
$310
 
 
hayman island day trip (7 hours)
 

Indulge in the exotic and visit one of the leading hotels of the world for a day...Fly to Hayman Island for lunch and enjoy the full use of the resort facilities while you are there...Due to the five star nature of Hayman Island they ask you dress to a smart casual standard.

Includes:

  • Return seaplane flights to Hayman Island Resort
  • Scenic views of the Whitsunday Islands
  • Pre-paid luncheon voucher for use on Hayman
  • Complimentary use of non-motorised watersports
  • Towels
 

Tour Adult Child
Hayman Island
$195
$175
 
 
seaplane golf package
 

Fly to Turtle Point Golf course at Laguna Whitsundays.
The championship golf course will challenge every aspect of your game with spectacular water hazards, perfectly positioned bunkers and extensive native bushland to contend with.

Includes:

  • Return flights to Laguna Whitsunday
  • 18 holes of golf
  • Motorised cart
  • Club hire
  • House beverage served poolside


(Note: minimum numbers apply)
 

Tour Adult Child
Seaplane Golf
$295
$295
 


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