Enjoyed the flight, lively boat outing and lunch.
Queensland · Australia
Fly Raft: flight & snorkelling
A 60-minute scenic flight paired with a full-day Ocean Rafting outing. Choose the North Whitehaven option for two snorkelling destinations or South Whitehaven for more beach time, with a guided Hill Inlet walk.
- Departure
- Airlie Beach
- Duration
- Full day · 60-minute flight
- Provider rating
- 4.9/5 · 973 ratings
- Starting amount
- From US$395.82 per person
Independent comparison by Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight. Activity operated by Ocean Rafting; bookings through GetYourGuide.
The experience
What makes this flight stand out
- An active Whitsundays day above and on the water
- Aerial views of Heart Reef and the Whitsunday Islands
- A water-based day with a flight component
Included in the booking
Know what comes with it
- 60-minute fixed-wing flight — with a guaranteed window seat.
- Rafting and island walk — includes the guided Hill Inlet lookout walk.
- Fringing-reef snorkelling — with gear and a sun suit or wetsuit.
- Tropical-style lunch — plus listed hotel pickup and return.
Drinks and snacks are available to buy. A Queensland public-holiday surcharge is listed; confirm its applicable currency and total before booking.
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Ocean Rafting
Fly Raft Flight & Snorkelling
From US$395.82 per personFrom check-in to landing
How the experience unfolds
An orientation to the advertised experience, not a fixed operational schedule.
Flight check-in
Your confirmation sets the order and pickup arrangements. Allow the whole day and make sure you can reach mainland Airlie Beach before the first component.
60-minute scenic flight
The flight covers Whitsunday Island scenery, Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach. It gives the wider aerial perspective before the water-based portion of the package.
Raft, beach & snorkelling
Northern Exposure prioritises snorkelling; Southern Lights gives more beach time. Both are active outings. Check the exact selected itinerary rather than expecting every advertised stop on both options.
Mainland return
The boat portion returns you to the mainland. Weather and tide can alter the day’s sequence or sites. Confirm how a cancelled flight component affects the rest of your specific reservation.
The view from here
A closer look at this experience
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The details that matter
Plan your departure
Meeting point & transfers
Departures are from mainland Airlie Beach. Confirm flight check-in, boat meeting point and transfer order on your voucher. The operator says this package is unavailable to guests staying on Long Island, Hamilton Island, Hayman Island or Daydream Island.
What to bring
Pack swimwear, a towel, sun protection, camera protection and shoes for the island walk. Ask the operator about the permitted day bag and where it stays during the flight.
Restrictions & suitability
Not suitable for pregnant travellers, people with back problems or mobility impairments, or passengers over 125 kg. Moderate to high mobility is required for unassisted aircraft boarding. The listing says its timings do not align with visiting cruise-ship schedules.
Price & cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund under the retrieved listing; confirm the selected option.
The starting amount is the minimum for this listing, not a confirmed quote for your selected option. Check the final inclusions and total before payment.
Traveller perspectives
Reviews of Fly Raft Flight & Snorkelling
4.9/5 from 973 ratings on GetYourGuide, checked 5 November 2026. Selected summaries below are not a representative sample of all feedback.
Praised the aerial colours and island scenery.
Liked the friendly crew, snorkelling and food.
Found the flight better than expected and enjoyed the snorkelling.
Praised transfers and staff; noted some turbulence on the flight.
Enjoyed the pilot’s explanations and boat crew.
Liked the views but described a wild boat ride in windy conditions.
Source: Read reviews . Summaries refer only to this product. Individual scores are shown only when exposed in the retrieved source.
Before you take off
Your questions, answered
Is this a flight-only ticket?
This is a flight + rafting experience. A 60-minute scenic flight paired with a full-day Ocean Rafting outing. Choose the North Whitehaven option for two snorkelling destinations or South Whitehaven for more beach time, with a guided Hill Inlet walk.
Where do I meet?
Departures are from mainland Airlie Beach. Confirm flight check-in, boat meeting point and transfer order on your voucher. The operator says this package is unavailable to guests staying on Long Island, Hamilton Island, Hayman Island or Daydream Island.
What should I check before booking?
Not suitable for pregnant travellers, people with back problems or mobility impairments, or passengers over 125 kg. Moderate to high mobility is required for unassisted aircraft boarding. The listing says its timings do not align with visiting cruise-ship schedules.
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