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From Queenstown: 4-Hour Milford Sound Helicopter Tour + Cruise

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Highlights

  • Take to the skies above Queenstown and glide over snow-capped peaks, ancient rainforests, and winding rivers, an aerial route few ever get to see.
  • Land in Milford Sound and step aboard a purpose-built catamaran for a 2-hour cruise past towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and iconic Mitre Peak.
  • Touch down on a secluded glacier high in the Southern Alps—crisp air, crunchy snow, and a photo op like no other.
  • Your pilot isn't just flying the route, they're narrating it too, pointing out hidden valleys, rare wildlife, and stories behind the landscape.

Inclusions

  • 4-hour Milford Sound helicopter tour & cruise
  • Pilot guide
  • Alpine landing
  • Complimentary tea & coffee

Exclusions

  • Picnic lunch onboard the cruise (available at an additional cost)

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

See Milford Sound by air and sea on a fully guided heli-cruise tour from Queenstown. This experience combines a scenic flight, alpine landing, and a leisurely cruise through one of New Zealand’s most iconic landscapes.

Getting started

Your heli-cruise experience takes around 4 hours. Check in at Queenstown Airport, where your pilot-guide will walk you through the flight route and safety briefing before boarding your modern Airbus helicopter.

What to expect

  • Scenic flying over Fiordland’s finest: Take off from Queenstown and fly over alpine valleys and the rugged peaks of the Southern Alps. See waterfalls, native beech forests, and glacier-carved landscapes on your way to the coast.

  • Milford Sound by water: Land in Milford Sound and board a purpose-built catamaran for a relaxed 2-hour nature cruise. Glide beneath sheer cliffs, spot waterfalls tumbling into the fiord, and marvel at Mitre Peak from the water. Complimentary tea, coffee, and onboard commentary included.

  • Alpine landing: On your return flight, enjoy a remote alpine landing. Step out for unbeatable views, fresh mountain air, and photos.

  • Expertly guided experience: Your pilot doubles as your personal guide in the air, offering live commentary about the landscapes below.

  • Small group, big experience: Flights are limited to just six passengers per helicopter, ensuring uninterrupted views, plenty of space, and a more personal experience from start to finish.

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