10 minutes

Small group

Free Cancellation

What to Expect

Enjoy the thrill of a water take-off and landing on the beautiful and tranquil Maroochy River in the only Wilga Warbird Seaplane in the southern hemisphere. It's 9cylinder radial engine, better-than-helicopter views, slow flight and stealthy vintage-spy-plane feel will give you a breath-taking perspective of the glorious Sunshine Coast, centred on Mudjimba Island. <br>With every seat a window seat, you’ll have unparalleled views of the beaches and river below. You'll soar over Cottontree, and out to the open ocean around Mudjimba Island. Circle and return for northern coastline views and gentle touchdown on Maroochy River. <br>This quintessential Sunshine Coast experience takes you on a 10-minute flight/30-minute adventure but leaves you smiling for days. <br>This flight also includes a brag book and memory maker 20-page hardcover Photo Book that has pictures of you on your adventure. (Expect delivery 2-4 weeks after your flight)

Description

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Maroochydore Beach, Alexandra Parade, Maroochydore, Queensland Australia

Take off from Maroochy River, fly over the sandy windings of the river's mouth, get a bird's-eye-view of the coastline south from Cottontree, Maroochydore, to Point Cartwright...

Pass By: Mudjimba, Mudjimba, Sunshine Coast, Queensland

Mudjimba Island (also known as Old Woman Island) is located approximately 1km off the coast of Mooloolaba. It is considered to be one of the best surfing spots on the Sunshine Coast. Circle the island at 500ft (150m) for a unique perspective. Pick out the foundation of the old cottage and see why it would be a treasured surf spot.

Pass By: Twin Waters, Twin Waters, Sunshine Coast, Queensland

Views north as you return from Mudjimba Island take in Coolum's unusual monolith and north Sunshine Coast beaches. Return to touch down on Maroochy River like a black swan!

Pass By: Chambers Island, Cnr Bradman Ave and Thomas St, Maroochydore, Queensland 4558 Australia

End where you began at Paradise Seaplanes' base on Maroochy River near Chambers Island.

Inclusions

Live commentary on board
10 minute Seaplane Adventure
Headset & Safety Equipment
Deluxe Photobook x1
Digital photos of you on your adventure

Exclusions

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional information

Maximum total passenger weight per flight is 200 kilograms. You must advise your weight at time of booking.
Please Note: This aircraft is operated in the Limited Category under CASR Part 132 and are required to inform you of the following: This aircraft was not designed for air transport operations and is not required to be operated to the same safety standards as an aircraft used for air transport operations. In undertaking this Adventure Flight the passenger/s accepts the potential risks
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Travelers have a responsibility to meet COVIDsafe requirements and are asked to reschedule their experience should they not meet the standard. This is a PRIVATE tour. Travelers will not be on the aircraft with any other group. Travelers must understand they will NOT social distance from the pilot.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Paradise Seaplanes