60-Minute Palm Island Scenic Helicopter Flight from Townsville
60-Minute Palm Island Scenic Helicopter Flight from Townsville
By Nautilus Aviation
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Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 0-90, max of 6 per group
Duration: 1h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Scenic Helicopter flight (60 minutes)
- Informative commentary during the flight
- Entry/Admission - Nautilus Aviation
What's not included- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Start:
- Gypsy Moth Court, Gypsy Moth Ct, Garbutt QLD 4814, AustraliaHangar 15, Gypsy Moth Court, Townsville Airport
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3262P19- Most travelers can participate
- All product requires a minimum number of passengers to proceed. Our Reservations team will reach out to confirm availability within the shortest possible time after we receive your order. For instant confirmation please call the team on 07 4034 9000.
- Tours and aircraft substitutions are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air traffic control and availability
- Weight Policy: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry-on luggage MUST be advised at time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single seat payload of 130kg. For passenger comfort and aircraft weight balance, passengers exceeding 130kg are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of ticket price - this is non-commissionable and payable to Nautilus Aviation on day of travel.
- Child Policy: Children 3 years and above are legally required to be seated in their own seat and are therefore required to pay the full ticket price. Subject to conditions, children under 3 years may travel free of charge when seated on a parents/guardians lap. For bookings of more than one infant (under 3 years), conditions apply – please contact Reservations.
- All scenic flights are on a shared bases and not private unless chartered
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3262P19
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$479.90
per adult
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Itinerary
- Gypsy Moth Ct, Garbutt QLD 4814, AustraliaHangar 15, Gypsy Moth Court, Townsville Airport
- 1Check-in is 30 minutes prior to your departure for your pre-departure briefing. You'll then board the helicopter for your scenic flight.Pass byMagnetic Island National ParkThe StrandCastle Hill
About the operator
Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
- Michael_MandM0 contributionsExcellent Helicopter ServiceWe travelled to and from Orpheus Island for the third time this year, and again with Nautilus. Our pilot Nick had recently joined the team in Townsville, and he was excellent. We don't normally use helicopters as a means of transport, but the exception is always with Nautilus. All their team that we've had contact with are professional and friendly, ensuring of course that safety is always the first priority, but then doing everything they can to make sure the passengers have a great time along the way. Highly recommended.Written September 27, 2024
- Michael_MandM0 contributionsFantastic Helicopter Service to Orpheus IslandThis is the second time we've had Nautilus Aviation fly us back and forth between Townsville and Orpheus Island. We saw some whales on the way out to Orpheus this time, thanks to the keen eye of our pilot Kate; and when leaving Orpheus we had Will flying us back to Townsville again. These are just great people, obviously very competent and professional, but also really nice people. I'd highly recommend this service.Written September 22, 2023
- janicecc20140 contributionsPleasant flightVery pleasant flight flying over Hinchinbrook Island National Park, the flight and narration by the pilot were fine. The park itself was a little boring.Written July 12, 2023
- Maps595313925870 contributions$400 for a toddle.No under 3 year olds??? Their reason, not safety but they can't charge $400 for them and they can be on your lap until they're 3.Written June 18, 2023
- Melissa M0 contributionsGreat Helicopter TransferWe used Nautilus for our private transfers to and from Orpheus Island and were impressed with their service. Will, our pilot was friendly, helpful, and told us a lot about the area, the other islands, and some of the wildlife in the area. We're looking forward to flying with Nautilus again when we return next year.Written October 28, 2022
- Michael_MandM0 contributionsExcellent Helicopter ServiceNautilus provided us with private helicopter transfers from Townsville to Orpheus Island, and then back again four days later. Our pilot Will was professional, as well as very helpful and friendly. He explained the path and the flight in each segment, keeping in mind we don’t know anything about helicopters, and made it a very pleasant trip both onto and off the island. Highly recommended.Written September 11, 2022
- paulglynne0 contributionsGreat helicopter flights to and from Orpheus islandSuper service - smooth and scenic flights with friendly pilots. A fantastic way to start and end a trip to the beautiful Orpheus Island.Written January 2, 2019
- Mark P0 contributionsHelifishing TownsvilleThe Nautilus website states "Explore some of far North Queensland’s most elusive fishing locations, accessible only by helicopter" The reality was there were people camping at the first fishing spot we were taken to and we saw at least eight boats in the hour we were there. It was not elusive, nor accessible only by helicopter. The Nautilus website also states "See the beauty of some of far North Queensland’s untouched terrain from the air, as we locate lagoons and rivers full of fishing potential." In reality we flew over rural residential housing, farms and beachside townships to get there. There were no lagoons either. The rivers did have fishing potential but we had no way to access them. There was either no space to land the helicopter near 'likely' fishing spots or there was no way to get from the helicopter to the creek bank because of mangroves and mud. Nautilus have not done enough ground work to identify fishing spots that they can access from the air. I would suggest that if you want a ride in a helicopter book a joy flight. If you want to go fishing, book a fishing charter. If you plan to do this confirm what fishing tackle the company will supply as it was quite limited (we brought our own). Also confirm the maximum length fishing rod that can be taken. We had 6'6" rods and they had to be bent arount the passenger seat to fit. Our pilot for the day was excellent, very skilled and a great host. I have discussed my concerns with the Nautilus. Do not let my review but you off (they may have made changes) but do use my review to ensure that your expectations are met.Written June 4, 2017
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