Barron Gorge & Falls - 20 minute Rainforest Scenic Flight

About this tour

A 20-minute helicopter flight from Cairns that sweeps through the Barron Gorge and over its 850-foot falls, then tracks past Kuranda village and the Skyrail Cableway before banking east over the Great Dividing Range towards the Reef. You'll see how the Barron River cuts through World Heritage rainforest—especially dramatic during the wet season when the falls surge with water. The pilot provides running commentary throughout.

Highlights

• Barron Falls cascading 850 feet during wet season
• Barron Gorge carved through the Great Dividing Range
• Aerial view of Skyrail Cableway spanning the river
• Kuranda village nestled in the rainforest
• Panoramic descent towards Cairns and the Coral Sea

What to expect

The flight departs Cairns and immediately climbs into the rainforest landscape. You'll follow the Barron River upstream as it winds through the gorge, approaching the falls head-on for an unobstructed view of the drop. The helicopter banks around Kuranda before turning seaward, offering sweeping vistas across the eastern slopes of the Great Dividing Range. On approach back to Cairns, the Reef becomes visible on the horizon. Throughout, your pilot narrates key landmarks and geological features.

Good to know

Infants sit on an adult's lap; specialised seats available. Service animals welcome. All fees and taxes included. Optional in-flight video and merchandise available for purchase. Suitable for all fitness levels.