Take a 20-minute scenic flight over Barron Gorge and Barron Falls near Cairns, Queensland, witnessing stunning rainforest, the Barron River, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, and panoramic views of Cairns City and the Coral Sea.
Key Highlights
Experience a 20-minute scenic flight over Barron Gorge and Barron Falls
Fly above the World Heritage listed rainforest surrounding Cairns
View the Barron River from its origins in Mount Hypipamee National Park to the Coral Sea
Pass over the famous Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Kuranda village
Enjoy panoramic views of Cairns City and the Great Dividing Range
What’s included
20-minute scenic flight
Aerial views of Barron Gorge, Barron Falls, Skyrail, Kuranda, and Cairns
Overview
Discover the beauty of Cairns and its surroundings with a breathtaking 20-minute scenic flight over Barron Gorge and Barron Falls, located in Queensland. This aerial journey takes you above the World Heritage listed rainforest, offering an incredible perspective of this renowned natural environment.
Departing from the Cairns floodplain, you will follow the Barron River, tracing its path from the highlands of Mount Hypipamee National Park, across the lush Atherton Tablelands, passing through Kuranda village, and cascading down the striking 850-foot Barron Falls.
The flight continues through Barron Gorge, carved from the Great Dividing Range, providing unmatched views especially during the tropical wet season when the falls are at their most impressive. You will also soar over the renowned Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and circle around vibrant Kuranda.
On your return, descend over the eastern slopes of the Great Dividing Range, taking in sweeping panoramic views over Cairns City and out to the Coral Sea. This flight offers a memorable way to appreciate the diverse landscapes and natural wonders of northern Queensland.
Commonly asked questions.
The flight is a scenic helicopter tour over Cairns and the surrounding World Heritage-listed rainforest. The route includes Cairns, Lumley Hill, Redlynch, Stoney Creek Falls, Barron Gorge, Barron Falls and Kuranda.
The flight departs from Zoom Helicopters' base at Cairns Airport General Aviation, located at 21 Bush Pilots Avenue.
The 20-minute rainforest flight operates at approximately 2,500 feet, providing excellent aerial views across the rainforest, Barron Gorge and Cairns.
Yes. Barron Falls is one of the highlights of the flight. The helicopter travels through Barron Gorge and over the falls, providing a spectacular aerial perspective that is particularly impressive during the wetter months.
Yes. The route passes around the rainforest village of Kuranda, giving you an aerial view of the village and surrounding rainforest.
Yes. The flight route passes over the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, providing a different perspective of these famous rainforest attractions.
Yes. Zoom Helicopters requires passenger weights to be provided when booking. The maximum single-seat passenger weight is currently 130kg, and significant differences between the weight advised at booking and the actual weight may result in additional charges or refusal of travel.
Additional info by the operator.
Minimum passengers: 2 travellers required.
What to bring: Sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, and only small soft bags.
Luggage limit: Personal items should not exceed 10 kg.
Weight restrictions: Please follow booking form instructions for further details.
