90-Minute Hinchinbrook Island Scenic Helicopter Flight

You see Australia's largest island national park from the air, not from the ground.

A 90-minute scenic helicopter flight from Townsville circles Hinchinbrook Island, Australia's largest island national park, with views of the Palm Island archipelago and the Great Barrier Reef. Check-in is 30 minutes before departure for a pre-flight briefing. The flight includes informative commentary from a live English-speaking guide. All scenic flights operate on a shared basis unless chartered, and a minimum number of passengers is required to proceed.

Step-by-step itinerary

Scenic helicopter flight around Hinchinbrook Island

• Check in 30 minutes before flight
• Board helicopter for scenic flight
• Explore Hinchinbrook Island from above
• Fly over Townsville city

The experience

The helicopter departs Townsville after a 30-minute check-in and pre-departure briefing. Once airborne, you spend 90 minutes circling Hinchinbrook Island from above, taking in the scale and detail of Australia's largest island national park. The route also passes over the Palm Island archipelago and sections of the Great Barrier Reef, with a live guide providing commentary throughout the flight. Townsville landmarks are visible on the return leg.

This is a shared flight unless you charter the helicopter privately. The operator requires a minimum number of passengers to confirm each departure, and the Reservations team will reach out after booking to confirm availability. Weight policy applies: individual passenger weights and carry-on luggage must be declared at booking, and passengers exceeding 130kg are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of ticket price. Children aged 3 and above must occupy their own seat at full price. Infants under 3 may sit on a parent's lap at no charge, subject to conditions.

What’s included

The flight includes the 90-minute scenic helicopter tour, fuel surcharge, GST, and informative commentary from a live English-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (3 to 90 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Good to know

Low physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Nautilus Aviation

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want a 90-minute helicopter loop over Hinchinbrook Island and the reef. You'll fly with other passengers rather than booking a private charter.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's included in the 90-minute helicopter flight?

The flight includes the 90-minute scenic tour, fuel surcharge, GST, and informative commentary from a live English-speaking guide. Food and drinks are not included.

How much time do I need to allow before the helicopter departs?

Check-in is 30 minutes prior to departure, during which you'll receive a pre-flight briefing before boarding the helicopter.

Can I book this as a private flight, or is it always shared?

All scenic flights operate on a shared basis unless you charter the helicopter privately. Contact the operator if you want to arrange a private charter.

What are the weight requirements for passengers?

Individual passenger weights and carry-on luggage must be declared at booking. The maximum single seat payload is 130kg. Passengers exceeding this weight are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of ticket price, payable to Nautilus Aviation on the day of travel.