Must do experience! Amazing trip, once in a lifetime, would 100% recommend if visiting Cairns. The views were stunning and the pilot was knowledgeable about the reef and the Cairns area. The flight was smooth and felt very safe. The staff at reception were very friendly and accommodating.

Great way to see the reef. Great flight out over the reef and rain forest. Calum our pilot was great,with just the right amount of info.
The staff on check in were very professional and friendly.
I would recommend doing a flight over the reef with the Zoom team.

Recommended Highly professional and friendly from start to finish. I recommend this operator.

We had an unreal time in the helicopter 🚁 over the reef 🪸! The best staff and pilot 🧑‍✈️ you could experience. Very cool 😎 to see 4 manta rays and circumnavigated Green Island. The reef was 2km wide and I understand it is 2200km long. Highly recommend 👍😉🥇

Amazing experience from start to finish! Our original flight had to be rescheduled due to weather, but the team was incredibly professional and kept us updated. We managed to take off smoothly at 2:00 PM and the view of the reefs from above was mesmerizing. Safe pilots, friendly staff, and the best customer service.

We had an amazing experience with Zoom Helicopters. The views of the Great Barrier Reef were absolutely breathtaking, and the whole flight was smooth and enjoyable. A special thank you to our pilot, Hailey, who was friendly, professional, and made the experience even more memorable. We really enjoyed every moment and would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area.

The best way to experience the Great Barrier Reef! This is a once in a lifetime and best way to experience the Great Barrier Reef. It is worth the cost for the amazing and otherworldly views! Julio, our pilot, was not only skilled at flying but also a wealth of knowledge concerning the area. We felt very safe and at ease allowing us to enjoy the experience even more.

Amazing Family Experience Over the Great Barrier Reef We did the 30-minute Reef Scenic Flight with our family and it was absolutely incredible. Seeing the Great Barrier Reef from the air was something we’ll never forget. The colours of the reef and ocean were stunning, and the views were breathtaking from start to finish.

The staff were friendly and professional, making us feel comfortable and safe throughout the experience. My wife, kids and I all loved it, and it was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Cairns.

If you’re looking for a unique way to experience the reef, I highly recommend this scenic flight. It’s worth every cent and creates memories that will last a lifetime

Helicopter experience Lio & Callum were very professional and welcoming !!! Thank you so much guys.

5 star customer service At the 11th hour (5pm Fri), I called Zoom to book a 60th Wedding Anniversary surprise flight for my 85 yr old father, a gift from my Mum.
Hayley answered the call in more ways than one in helping to organise a voucher to present to him at their celebration for the next morning.
My father was very, very surprised and looks forward to his flight which he will do in September, a perfect time of year in Cairns.
Hayley's friendly and professional customer service was 2nd to none and I cannot rate her enough.
Thankyou again, we cannot wait for him to experience his first helicopter flight with Zoom.

We had an amazing helicopter experience over the Great Barrier Reef with Lio in Cairns! It was so convenient that the flight could go ahead with just the two of us, which made the experience feel even more private and special.

Lio was professional, friendly, and made us feel completely safe throughout the journey.

Seeing the reef from above was absolutely breathtaking — something we will never forget.

Thank you, Lio, for giving us such a memorable and incredible experience.
Highly recommended!

Magical We had the most amazing experience with pilot Julio ( I hope we have spelled that correctly). We did not expect a private tour when we booked!! Our little helicopter (think Budgie) was all glass so 360° views! Green Island and the reefs were stunning, the colours blew us away but the landing on a sand bank in the middle of the reef was just the icing on the cake! From the welcome at the Zoom offices, to the professionalism, smooth flight, amazing knowledge and kind words, thank you Julio and the team for memories we WILL NEVER FORGET! Do not book with anyone else, this smaller company ensures your experience is unique and unforgettable

Top notch! Great and knowledgeable pilots and crew.
Reasonable price for an unforgettable experience!

Helicopter reef tour A must do when in Cairns!!
Team was very welcoming and informative, complimentary drinks upon arrival to the office and went through the paperwork with us. We arrived early so we were able to take off a bit earlier. Our pilot was professional and educational, giving us lots of great information, as well as answered all our questions about the reef and surrounding areas, he engaged with us well and helped us identify animals and enlightened us to different touring (dive, snorkel ect) options of the reef. Weather was consistently changing but they still happily provided the flight and explained detours to ensure we weren’t impacted by the weather and prepared/talked us through the turbulence and the landing procedures.
A 10/10 experience, all staff were very welcoming and friendly, complimentary drinks offered before and after flight and the helicopter was in great clean condition. We will definitely be back, thanks guys!

We had an unforgettable helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef with Pilot Callum. The views were breathtaking, and we even spotted sharks and a turtle from above, which made it really special. Such an amazing experience

30 minutes flight to The Great Barrier Reef- Experience not to be missed This is a tour not to be missed from Cairns!! Worth every dollar!! Arrived at the site and welcomed into the offices, offered complimentary drinks and then onto paperwork!! Arrived early and went out early due to no tour before us. Jaques was our pilot and he was amazing offering us a lot of local information the whole of the flight! Views from the Sky Crystal Clear and The Great Barrier Reef didn’t disappoint and ticked off the visited list!! Short 30minute flight wished it could have last longer but used every minute of that in the sky. We were very fortunate it was just us on the tour so that was a lovely surprise. Cannot thank the whole team for a great experience from start to finish!!

Was initially booked for a 4pm flight but received a phone call to see if we wanted to attend a earlier time due to the potential for rain late in the afternoon and we were upgraded from a 30min flight to a 40 min outer reef flight. It was our first time and the staff made it seamless. Was definitely worth the cost and highly recommend seeing the great barrier from the air!

Great company to go with if wanting to see the Great Barrier Reef from a helicopter Was initially booked for a 4pm flight but received a phone call to see if we wanted to attend a earlier time due to the potential for rain late in the afternoon and we were upgraded from a 30 min flight to a 40 min outer reef flight. It was our first time and the staff made it seamless. Was definitely worth the cost and highly recommend seeing the great barrier from the air!

Must to do activity! The pilot Hayleywas an excellent guide. Had fun, and enjoyed every bit of time. If you are in Cairns, it is a must to do. Thank you, team!

Had an amazing experience with Zoom Helicopters! The pilot was highly skilled and made the entire ride smooth, safe, and truly enjoyable. The ground staff were equally impressive—friendly, welcoming, and very helpful throughout the process.

Every single dollar spent on the chopper ride was absolutely worth it. It was an unforgettable experience, and I would highly recommend Zoom Helicopters to anyone looking for something special.

Thank you to the entire team for such a fantastic experience!

Had an amazing experience with Zoom Helicopters! The pilot was highly skilled and made the entire ride smooth, safe, and truly enjoyable. The ground staff were equally impressive—friendly, welcoming, and very helpful throughout the process.

Every single dollar spent on the chopper ride was absolutely worth it. It was an unforgettable experience, and I would highly recommend Zoom Helicopters to anyone looking for something special.

Thank you to the entire team for such a fantastic experience!

Fabulous trip to the Reef Great experience, staff very competent and welcoming, trip itself was excellent saw a lot of the reef, one not to miss when you are in Cairns.

Awesome trip and friendly, helpful staff We took the 30 minute tour over the Great Barrier Reef with Hayley. The scenery was amazing and Hayley had great facts about the area. She answered all our questions. The weather was not cooperating early in the day but they worked with us to make the trip possible. They were very professional with all the safety requirements and made us very comfortable as first time flyers.

Turquoise Waters at Their Best!🩵 My husband and I experienced one of our Bucket List trips ( Great Barrier Reef) thanks to Zoom Helicopters , or more accurately stated , because of the outstanding staff at Zoom. We were fortunate to have a picture perfect day at the reef and our incredible photos prove how wonderful this experience was . It was a very hot, humid day and I told Chris, managing the office that morning , that I would mention the fabulous AC we were greeted with !! Our “ cold” welcome was much appreciated ! After Chris gave us a wonderful safety briefing we we took off with Hayley as our outstanding pilot. Her enthusiasm and passion for the reef were delightful. Her professionalism and knowledge were equally outstanding. Our 40 minute flight “ flew” by so quickly but we saw much more than anticipated. The dolphins were spotted almost immediately, the variety of corals were evident as well AND those turquoise waters will be forever imprinted in our minds. Thank you for our priceless memories. This is an amazing company and we highly recommend experiencing the GBR via a Zoom Helicopter.
PS Hayley , we so appreciated you giving us a hop back into town during your well deserved break. !! You not only represent this company but Australian people at their best. 🩵
The Fegleys
Burke, VA USA

An awesome experience! Though we can’t credit them for the brilliant weather during the ride, end to end, it was an exceptional experience- from booking, to checkin to the ride itself. The pilot was chatty and informative. Highly recommended!

Zoom the way on this amazing Heli ride Fantastic sights and experiences. Totally a must when visiting Cairns. Amazing ride and services. We enjoyed thoroughly. Thank you Zoom

Had the most AMAZING experience ever! It still feels unreal that I got to ride in a helicopter over the Great Barrier Reef! It’s truly a dream come true.

The pilots were incredible, especially Giulio (huge shout out to him for doing such an amazing job on only his second flight with the company!)

I would 1,000% do this again and recommend it to everyone. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Absolutely fantastic experience! This was a bucket list experience and my friend and I who are both photographers wanted to get some really good shots and we did. We came mid morning around 9am to beat the afternoon thunderstorms and from the time we arrived the team was very friendly and accommodating. Our pilot Hailey was absolutely fantastic and high-spirited which is needed on a tour of this magnitude. She gave great commentary and answered all of out questions and banked the helicopter so both my friend and I could get a good view and shots. The only thing we didn't like was having to land back at Cairns Airport but I'll let them off with this one.
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Fantastic Experience! This was a phenomenal bucket list experience. As a photographer, this was the reason that my friend (who is also a photographer) and I took this flight and it didn't disappont. We came early to beat the afternoon thunderstorms and from the time we arrived the team was very friendly and accommodating. Our pilot Hailey was fantastic and high-spirited which is needed on a tour of this magnitude. The views were fantastic as Hailey was giving us good commentary and answering all of our questions. The only thing we didn't like is having to come back to land back at Cairns Airport but I'll let them off with this one

PEAK EXPERIENCE! In a two week trip to Australia full of peak experiences (feeding kangaroos, climbing the Harbor Bridge, snorkeling the GBR), this might be #1!
Btw, I first booked a small plane flight over the reef, but realized that a helicopter would be better, since it can fly lower. I don't know how low, since I can't convert metres to feet, but we had an up-close-and-personal view of the reef. And major shout out to our pilot, Hayley, a very skillful young woman who made the trip so much fun. Also a plus listening to the ATC tower and hearing other pilots and controllers sign off, "G'day."

The reef and its glory Fantastic trip in a helicopter out over the reef. The ease that you can see turtles and string rays is amazing. Great commentary from the Pilot as well. Throughly recommend it to anyone.

Great activity for a short time in Cairns Great experience beginning to end! Highly recommend!!
Booked in advance. Helicopter is small but mighty! Pilot was awesome and really informative.

What a fabulous experience! Hayley and Jack were so welcoming and made the whole 45min cruise across the reef a time to remember. Due to the weather we weren’t able to go inland but the communication around this was professional and clear. We couldn’t have asked for more! Thanks guys

An unforgettable first-time helicopter experience!

We recently did our very first helicopter ride over Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, and it was absolutely incredible. From the moment we lifted off, the views were like nothing we have ever seen — crystal-clear turquoise water, stunning reef formations, and the coastline stretching out forever. The pilot, Hailey was friendly, passionate, knowledgeable, and made us feel completely safe the entire time.

The whole experience was smooth, well-organised, and honestly one of the highlights of our trip. If you’re in Cairns, this is a must-do. You won’t regret it!

I did a 10-minute helicopter flight over the reef while out on a day cruise, and it was absolutely incredible! The views were stunning and the whole experience was smooth, exciting, and so memorable.

Huge thanks to Chris, Giulio, and our pilot from the Netherlands for making it such an amazing experience. Super friendly, professional, and enthusiastic team. Highly recommend Zoom Helicopters to anyone thinking about a reef flight!

A1 Service, Highly recommend!! Absolutely amazing scenic flight, super friendly staff and a breeze with booking!
Visiting reefs while your guide pointed out wildlife and gave in-depth information about the area.
Highly recommend!!!

Brilliant OuterReef Helicopter ride in Cairne Beautiful view of outer reef in sky to get a sense of the magnitude of the varsity of the Great Barrier Reef, which you can not appreciate from the sea. A must do in Cairne. Pilot provided a smooth ride with perfect landing.

First view of the Great Barrier Reef by air - brilliant. The experience was brilliant from start to finish. Check in with safety brief then introduction to the pilot. Everything was explained well, with necessary checks before take off, smooth take off and flight. Great explanations of what we could see and about the Great Barrier Reef. The 30 mins went so quick.

Thank you Hailey Sinclair for being our pilot today! If you ever want to fly helicopters with me in Huntsville, Alabama in the United States! You're always welcome at Moontown Airport! That was an incredible ladies day with you in Australia, myself from the U.S. and the other 2 lady passengers from England & New Zeland! I will never forget it! Enjoy your amazing job!

Hayley is an awesome pilot and will make sure you have an amazing time!! Even though we weren’t able to land on the sand island because another helicopter was unexpectedly there, she more than made up for it. Highly recommend Zoom Helicopters!

We and my friend total 2 have great time on 30 September 2025

Weather is beautiful and helicopter is new model and clean.

We chose best option for
40Min to Outer Reef Odyssey from Carins Airport - Green Island - Vlasoff Reef - Arlington Reef - Upolo Reef - Carins Airport

But unfortunately, we can't stop by Vlasoff Sand Cay. also we bought vedio but we prefer install immediately to our cellphone instead USB next time.

Especially thanks Hayley.
She is one of great pilot and you can tell her passion 😀

We highly recommend if you visit Cairns next time.

Amazing Experience Such an amazing experience! Even though it was raining when we left within a few minutes the sky was blue and we had a great view of the reef!

Amazing team of people made a dream come true for a man with Parkinson's Disease. The staff were so helpful, allowing time to bo Support and assistance for a man with a disability was outstanding.
This company went over and beyond, showing care and respect.
We recommend this company.

Coral Cay Bubbles - Hayley is Awesome! We had a fantastic time with Hayley. We didn’t get to land on the sand island, unfortunately, due to an unexpected helicopter already being there. That being said, Hayley more than made up for it, and we were even part of a search for another helicopter that had lost contact with the tower. Highly recommend Zoom for your helicopter tour as they are friendly and professional and make sure you have a great experience!

Family Flight in October My family and I had a great flight! They were very polite & pleasant! Owner was very nice and let us relax. Smooth flight and fun, good items to shop

Awesome Great chopper flight over the Barron falls. Brenton gave us a great commentary during the flight would highly recommend

First time helicopter experience We did our first helicopter experience with Zoom. We really had the best time. Was a truly amazing experience. Chris was our instructor and I would highly recommend him. Was a brilliant trip and saw some amazing scenes. Highly recommended this company.

Highly recommended helicopter tour in Cairns We did the 90-minute Reef and Rainforest flight. Excellent outfit and our pilot, Neals, was great. Their smaller helicopter accommodates 3 passengers in addition to the pilot which worked great for us as there were exactly 3 of us. They also have a larger one that can take 4 passengers. Finding their location is easy, just Uber to the address. They had free drinks before the flight with some safety instructions. We enjoyed the flight over Reef much more than over land. The Reef is really the unique thing in Cairns, so recommend doing more Reef flight time than over land. I used my Garmin watch to do a Track Me activity so you can see our flight map in the attached photo. All in all, an excellent experience, highly recommended, although a bit pricey.

We did the 40 minute Great Barrier Reef tour. Hailey was a fantastic pilot and great host during our tour. She made us feel safe and comfortable through the whole process. It was nice that there was no extensive safety briefings or admin before getting in the air but this was no compromise on the safety of the flight. Just a really smooth, easy process.
Visibility on the day we went was fantastic and we were able to see so much from the air, even getting to see a whale breach the water. Being able to purchase the recording of our flight was great and allowed us to focus on the experience knowing we could have great vision all captured at the end. Still had plenty of opportunities to capture our own photos from the windows.

I had the most incredible experience with Zoom Helicopters in Cairns! From the moment I arrived, the staff were warm, professional, and made me feel completely at ease. The check-in process was smooth and well-organised, and the pilot was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do.
The flight itself was breathtaking – seeing the Great Barrier Reef and the Cairns from above is something I’ll never forget. The views were absolutely stunning, and the commentary along the way made it even more special, giving insights into the landmarks and natural beauty of Cairns.

Bucket list 2025 Great flight and views lucky enough to see whale and calf. Only disappointment was the video was deficient on the audio.I rang the owner and he was happy to reimburse the cost of the video as I explained that the audio issue detracted from the experience.owner explained what was happening with audio and was happy to reimburse and apologised. No issues with business as it was totally professional in its dealings.Hayley the pilot was excellent.

Don't be a cheap skate We hummed about which flight to take..ie short or long. Decided to suck it up ($$$ wise) and book the 1 hour flight over the Barrier and Daintree. Not disappointed one bit. Well worth paying the xtra. The pilot was a young lady (originally from Perth)that was full of enthusiasm and obviously loved her job. Thank you so much for the adventure and have a wonderful time on your visit to NZ.

Spectacular!! What a spectacular way to see the Great Barrier Reef!! The weather was perfect, the reef gorgeous, and our fabulous pictures captured it all!!! Hayley was the best helicopter pilot we’ve ever had (and we’ve taken many scenic helicopter tours during our travels!)!!!! Thank you, thank you, Hayley!!! Keep flying high!!

Chris was fantastic throughout the whole experience. All the guys are super friendly, and I had a pleasant experience. Professionals, experts at what they do and know how to keep it fun. Will definitely visit again when I'm in Cairns.

Magnificent helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef This was a real bucket list experience and the team at Zoom Helicopters were wonderful. Super friendly and helpful, and our pilot Hayley was a delight, and took us on an incredible journey to the outer reef. Cannot recommend this group more, they made for a truly memorable experience. Thanks guys!!!

Best Helicopter Tour in Cairns Zoom offers the most diverse options and great flexibility, as they operate smaller helicopters, so you don’t need a large group. They also provide a wide range of tours to choose from based on your preferences. Our pilot, Hayley, also acted as a tour guide, sharing stories about the reef and pointing out aquatic animals like sharks and stingrays. The only downside is that they’re not located in the city center, but thanks to their proximity to the airport, it can be a convenient first stop after arrival or a final stop before departure.

Outer Reef Odyssey Celebrating my husbands 70 birthday this was a bucket list experience that did not disappoint.
Had an amazing experience with an awesome pilot.
The flight was great as was our experience with Zoom Helicopters.
We have no hesitation in recommending them.

5 Stars – Unforgettable Experience!
We had an incredible helicopter trip around Cairns! The team was very professional and knowledgeable, making us feel completely at ease from start to finish. They were also impressively flexible, adjusting the flight time around the weather to make sure we had the best possible experience.

The scenery was absolutely breathtaking – flying out and around Fitzroy Island was a highlight, and seeing Cairns city from the air gave us a whole new perspective. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting the area – it’s a must-do!

Great Barrier Reef From Above I was terrified of doing this at first, but I am SO glad I did! The helicopter is small, but it felt fine when we were up there. The views you see are views that are impossible to see unless you're in a helicopter. Just book it!!! My sister and I were pleasantly surprised with our experiences, and Brendan was super knowledgeable and made us feel safe. Would 100% do it again.

Brandon was amazing !! This was hands down one of the best experiences my partner and I have had an highly recommend. The views are stunning and loved the outer reef flight. Was so personalised and private thank you again Brandon !!