Hamilton Island Air Reef and Beach Explorer by Seaplane Experience a spectacular scenic flight by seaplane around the Whitsundays. Take to the skies over the Great Barrier Reef and the amazing Heart Reef, and experience a seaplane water landing on Whitehaven Beach, where you can enjoy the sand and sun. What you’ll love about the Reef and Beach Explorer by Seaplane experience: See the region from the air! Spend 50 minutes flying over the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsundays in a graceful seaplane. See iconic sights like Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach from above. Don’t forget your camera! Explore Whitehaven Beach. Spend up to 75 minutes on Whitehaven Beach, swimming, wandering the white sands. Details at a glance Opening hours Daily – times vary Total tour duration is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes. Pricing Please be advised of price increases effective from the 1st of April 2025 $790.00 per person $760.00 per person Please note: There is a minimum of 4 persons for the tour to proceed and a minimum two persons per booking. Sights and highlights Enjoy a 50 minute scenic flight by seaplane over the Great Barrier Reef and the iconic Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach. Spend approximately 75 minutes on Whitehaven Beach, swimming, wandering the white sands. Enjoy a beverage on Whitehaven Beach with sparkling wine and water. Total tour duration is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes. What to bring Hat Towel Sunscreen Camera Swimmers Flat-soled shoes or thongs (no high-heels) A light jacket or warm clothes for after swimming or if the weather becomes cool You are welcome to bring your own food from either in-room dining or one of the resorts takeaway outlets Booking information Bookings are essential. Please complete online booking request, call the Tour Desk on 1300 659 133 or visit the Tour Desk located in the Resort Centre. How to get there Hamilton Island Air can pick you up from any of the main hotel areas on Hamilton Island. Or, you can drive yourself to the Hamilton Island Air terminal, located 500 metres past the Hamilton Island main airport turnoff on the road to Palm Valley. Terms and Conditions Tour is subject to weather conditions and minimum number of four passengers. The below weight restrictions apply: For legal and safety reasons all passengers are weighed prior to boarding – individual weights in excess of 110kg will incur an extra seat surcharge. Combined body weights per two passengers bookings in excess of 180 kgs will incur an extra seat surcharge. Maximum per seat weight is 130 kgs. Social Distancing Please note that it is impossible to guarantee a social distance of 1.5 metres on-board Hamilton Island Air's fleet of aircraft. No food is included on this tour. For full Terms and Conditions, please visit the Hamilton Island Air website. Cancellation policy If your booking is a no show or cancelled less than 24 hours notice, 100% of the ticket price will be forfeited. The information above should be used as a guide only. Activity/tour details, prices and timings are subject to change at any time. Booking Request We highly recommend to pre-request your tours to avoid disappointment. Please click on the above button to submit your tour request. Snorkel or dive Great Barrier Reef Snorkel or dive Great Barrier Reef Explore some of the most pristine and secluded sections of the Great Barrier Reef with this unforgettable and exclusive day trip from Hamilton Island. Read more See all Great Barrier Reef 4 Apr 2016 Paradise Found in Queensland Lily Read