Helicopter Tours

From Queenstown: Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Heli Tour

Cruise ship at Milford Sound with Mitre Peak in the background, New Zealand.

Tourists cruising Milford Sound with Mitre Peak in the background, New Zealand.

Aerial view of Milford Sound fjord with mountains and water, part of Queenstown fly-cruise-heli tour.

Helicopter landing near lake with people on Milford Sound FlyCruiseHeli Tour, Queenstown.

Skip the long drive—explore Milford Sound in less than half a day with this experience that lets you see Milford Sound’s landscapes from every angle—air, sea, and land.

Highlights

Escape the long drive and embrace this ultimate half-day from Queenstown that allows you to see Milford Sound from the air and sea.
Soar above the towering peaks of Mt. Earnslaw, the steep clips of Skippers Canyon, and the glacial Lake Whakatipu on a fixed wing aircraft flight.
Sail through Milford Sound's crystal clear waters and marvel at the cascading Bowen Falls in all its glory and dolphins playing in the water.
Get a bird’s eye view of the lush Southern Alps on your smooth helicopter flight and land on a glacier for a once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity.
Did you know? Milford Sound is a Fjord, which is created by a glacier and not a Sound, which is created by a river.

Inclusions

Scenic fixed wing aircraft flight
Scenic helicopter flight
2-hour Milford Sound cruise
Live commentary
1 alpine landing during the helicopter flight
Complimentary tea, coffee & water on cruise

Itinerary

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

See NZ’s natural beauty from land, sea, & air.

If you are looking for an unparalleled adventure combining flights, cruising, and a helicopter landing, then this experience is for you. Your adventure begins in Queenstown where you hop on your fixed wing aircraft or helicopter and fly over glacial rivers winding their way into the mirror-like surface of Lake Whakatipu. As you cross into Fiordland National Park, prepare to be awed by towering peaks and deep valleys shaped over millennia by retreating glaciers.

Majestic waterfalls, unique wildlife, & iconic valleys

Upon landing in Milford Sound, climb aboard a two-hour cruise where you sail past towering cliffs, feel the mist of cascading waterfalls, and encounter the unique wildlife that inhabits the fjord. Then, your aircraft or helicopter flight back to Queenstown offers sweeping aerial views of the lush valleys and mountains below, making it the perfect blend of adventure, tranquility, and awe-inspiring scenery.

Know before you go

What to bring

Bring your sunscreen and insect repellent for the trip.
Pack for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for pregnant women in their last trimester.

Additional Information

All flights and tours operate are subject to change according to the weather conditions and minimum numbers.
There are two time slots available for this tour. If you choose the 10am slot, you will fly on the fixed wing plane first and return via helicopter after the cruise. If you take the 12pm slot, you will fly on a helicopter first and return via the fixed wing plane after the cruise.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the redemption point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.