THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME

Welcome to Paradise Seaplanes, where every flight is an extraordinary adventure over the breathtaking Sunshine Coast! You're not just our passenger; you're a part of our family as we explore Australia's magnificent coastlines together.

 

Top-Rated Experience! Ranked among the top 10% of experiences worldwide on TripAdvisor, our Adventure Flights offer much more than sightseeing - they provide unforgettable memories that last a lifetime.

Vintage "Warbird" Seaplanes! Our immaculately maintained ex-military "warbird" seaplanes offer a smooth, secure, and rock-steady flight, taking off from Maroochy River. Our passengers keep coming back for more.

Exceptional Pilots!  Our Chief Pilot, Shawn Kelly, is passionate about creating personalized, informative, and thrilling experiences for each guest. Whether you're seeking an adrenaline rush or conquering fears, we cater to your comfort level to ensure an unforgettable flight.

Stunning Aerial Views! Soar over Twin Waters, Mudjimba Island, Mount Coolum, and Noosa National Park. Our amazing seaplane has more glass than a helicopter! Our adventure flights offer a unique bird's eye perspective of the Sunshine Coast's majestic landscapes, surpassing all expectations.

Risk-Free Booking! Book your memorable journey with Paradise Seaplanes, supported by our flexible policies. Life's surprises? Reschedule or get a full refund even on the flight day. Weather concerns? We prioritize safety and offer free rescheduling or full refunds. 

10% Deposit Secure your adventure with just a 10% deposit, balance due on flight day. Pay via cash, EFTPOS, or credit card. With us, booking is effortless and worry-free. Let's soar the skies with confidence! 

Tailored Adventures! From Maroochydore River to Noosa, we ensure that your journey is just as significant as your destination. These are no mere scenic flights or joy flights! These Adventure Flights are an exceptional opportunity to create lasting memories and discover Australia in an entirely new way.

Don't wait to embark on an adventure that leaves our guests exclaiming, "Wow, just wow!" Join us at Paradise Seaplanes today and let your spirit soar above the Sunshine Coast's unparalleled beauty.

OUR FLIGHTS

The pricing on all of our flights, with the exception of the River Dash, is based on a minimum of two fares. (Max: 3 passengers)

You can purchase Gift Vouchers for one person, but there needs to be two fares when booking.

Single fares can apply for our STANDBY list and will be matched on appropriate flights. Please call for assistance to book your flight.

MAROOCHY RIVER ADVENTURE

10 MINUTES

$175 per person

Report for Paradise Ops mission! From Maroochy River Base, engage in a water launch, conduct reconnaissance over the captivating Mooloolaba beach, execute a strategic pass over Point Cartwright, and RTB (Return to Base) to Maroochydore. This tactical flight, abundant in scenic intelligence, guarantees an unmatched Sunshine Coast operation. An unforgettable sortie!

SUNSHINE COAST ADVENTURE

20 MINUTES

$249 per person

Join the ranks for our top mission! Board our warbird at Maroochy River Base, scout Mooloolaba harbour from the skies, chart the strategic coastline to Caloundra, and execute a flawless landing on Maroochy's pristine waters. Reconnoitre the unmatched beauty of the Sunshine Coast in this paramount operation. Enlist for an extraordinary aerial sortie with us!

NOOSA RIVER ADVENTURE

30 MINUTES

$325 per person

Noosa Tactical Flight: Embark on our Noosa Recon, a preferred mission among flyers. Lift off from Maroochy River Base, fly north over Mudjimba Island, chart the pristine beaches by Mount Coolum, drift past Noosa National Park to Noosa River, and return. This reconnaissance offers a blend of coastal and hinterland vistas, capturing the diverse essence of the Sunshine Coast.

SURF PATROL ADVENTURE

60 MINUTES

$575 per person

Commence the SPA Recon Op! Discover the vast Sunshine Coast on our Big Beach Watch mission. Launch from Maroochy River Base, navigate to Noosa Heads National Park, recon over Noosa Village, then sweep south to Caloundra, Bribie Island, and Pumicestone Passage Marine Park. Execute a tactical landing on Maroochy River. Experience the coastal theater in one mission.

Note: Max payload 170kg.

NOOSA TO GLASSHOUSE MTNS

60 MINUTES

$599 per person

NGH Recon Op activated. Transition from coastal frontlines to hinterland strongholds with our Coast to Hinterland mission. Takeoff from Maroochy River Base, conduct a low patrol to Noosa Heads, then climb to 1500 feet targeting the strategic Glass House Mountains. Engage with the serene airspace above these ancient volcanic bastions. Operation concludes with a tactical water landing, evoking visions of dreamtime black swans.
Intel: Max payload 170kg.

DOUBLE ISLAND ADVENTURE

75 MINUTES

$699 per person

DIA Ops briefing. Engage in the Ultimate Recon, maximizing the Wilga's prowess as an observation platform. Launch from Maroochy River Base, navigate north along the beaches past Noosa, entering the formidable Great Sandy National Park to Double Island Point. Recon Rainbow Beach's vivid terrains and the dominant sand dunes from an elite vantage. Conclude the op with a tactical landing on Maroochy River.
Intel: Max payload 160kg.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

PHOTO BOOK MEMORIES

2 sizes

$69.95/$99.95

Relive your experience again and again with our beautiful customised photo books.
We start with amazing professional photos of our aircraft and your adventure, add interesting stories and facts about the area and top it off with pictures of  YOU!
Purchase your photo book when you select and book your flight, or on the day!

DOORS OFF

ANY FLIGHT

$50 per flight

Touch the sky: Choose DOORS OFF as an extra with any flight for a flat rate of $50 per flight (not per passenger)! This experience is FULL ON - wind, noise, nothing between you and the outside... it is AWESOME!

How to Book: Select your flight, then select the 'doors off' option, or decide and pay on the day!

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SPECIAL OCCASION

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Extras. We provide options to make your special event or occasion even better. See our Romantic Picnic Package, or simply add extras like luxury picnic packages with decadent platterboxes, photographers or musicians; banner tow fly by, or Rolls Royce transfer to your flight...

The sky is the limit! If there is something else we can do to make your historic Warbird Adventure even more memorable, just ask.

Call us - 04377 19 088

SEE THE AWESOMENESS!

FIND US

CONTACT US

Operating Hours:

MON+THU+FRI+SAT, 9AM–3PM.

Address:
142 Bradman Avenue, Maroochydore. 4558

Parking is available.

Phone: 7 days - 6am-8pm. 0437 719 088

Email: hello@paradiseseaplanes.com.au
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SUNSHINE COAST

EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF!

 

ON THE RIVER @ 142 BRADMAN AVE, MAROOCHYDORE

 

OPEN MON+THU+FRI+SAT:

9AM TO 3PM

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