All Inclusive
Commentary From Pilot
Great Day Trip
Reef + Island Views
Dolphins + Whales
Complimentary Shuttle
Whitehaven Beach + Hill Inlet
Small Group
Soar over the dazzling Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef on this once-in-a-lifetime experience! Your scenic flight will show you the very best of our endless tropical islands like never before, with views of the iconic Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and the gorgeous Heart Reef. With guaranteed window seats for panoramic views, commentary from your experienced pilot and ample flight time, discover the Whitsundays from completely new heights!
Please read our terms, conditions and cancellation policies before booking your East Coast adventure.
Ocean rafting has two different types of planes: one with 7 seats for guests, and the other with 11. Both are roomy, comfortable and feature guaranteed window seats, so get ready for dreamy island panoramas with an excellent view.
Yes, you can. From start to landing, the flight is very smooth and lasts for an hour. However, if you're in doubt about your own personal flying condition, consult your doctor.
There are no toilets on the plane during the hour you're onboard. However, there is a bathroom in the airport that you can use before and after your flight.
There is not much space in the plane, so you can only bring a small selection of personal items onboard (phone, camera, water bottle). If you need to though, you can store your luggage in one of the lockers at the airport, or drop them at our Airlie Beach Bag Storage prior to your tour.
You won't have time to eat something from one of the airport cafes prior to boarding. We recommend eating before your trip or ordering something after your flight to eat on the way back.
Yes! The plane flies under the clouds, so you can view the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands even on an overcast day.
It is a bit loud in the plane and you will wear headphones with commentary from your pilot, making it a bit difficult to have an in-depth conversation with your neighbour! Some headphones have a microphone, some do not, but you will always be able to understand the pilot!
While every passenger is different, the air pressure change isn't too intense. However, if you are recovering from ear surgery, or have been scuba-diving within 12 hours of your flight, consult your doctor to check that this experience is suitable for you.
Your scenic flight team and pilot pride themselves on offering a smooth, comfortable journey over the stunning Whitsunday Islands, and the vast majority of guests have no problems at all! However, there are sick bags provided for the worst-case scenario!
No, you can't stand up and move around the plane while you're in the air. But, you'll probably be glued to your panoramic window, taking in views of island havens, turquoise waters and reef marinelife like whales, dolphins and coral gardens!
Nicole Carey
May, 06 2025
Alissa Hillman
Apr, 27 2025
Fantastic! Our pilot Alex was excellent, very knowledgeable and everything ran smoothly as they were well organised. One of the smoothest plane landings I've experienced in a small plane.
India B
Apr, 25 2025
The scenic flight was beyond stunning - we saw heart reef, gorgeous Whitehaven beach and even saw manta rays jumping out of the water from the plane! Cannot recommend this experience enough!
Alana Parliament
Apr, 24 2025
I spent an amazing morning on the 1-hour scenic flight. The staff were extremely organized, and friendly! We flew over the islands, and dipped down to see Whitehaven beach to start. It was absolutely beautiful from above. After viewing the Whitsundays, we flew to the outer Great Barrier Reef. Looking over the reef was breathtaking.
Most amazing experience, our pilot was amazing and very informative. The most tidy small plane I’ve seen, windows are crystal clear. We picked a really good day and had the best views. 10/10