Milford Sound: 1.5-Hour Helicopter Tour with Two Landings

Fiordland National Park, Queenstown



Take the hassle out of driving and fly to Milford Sound. Soar above waterfalls, rainforest, glaciers, and rugged peaks. Experience the thrill of two landings, one in the fjord and another in a remote alpine location before the return flight to Queenstown.

Take a scenic helicopter flight from Queenstown to Milford Sound, ideal for nature lovers seeking aerial views and unique landings.

Highlights

  • Discover the enormity of the Southern Alps and Fiordland National Park
  • Admire aerial views of Milford Sound
  • Experience landings in both Milford Sound and a remote alpine location
  • Receive inflight commentary from your local pilot

Description

Enjoy a roundtrip scenic helicopter flight from Queenstown to Milford Sound with landings in the fjord and a remote alpine site. After pickup from your central Queenstown hotel, you will be transferred to the helicopter base for check-in and a briefing from the crew.

Fly over the Southern Alps and The Divide, passing alpine lakes, waterfalls, pristine rainforest, glaciers, and rugged peaks. Your pilot will provide local insights throughout the flight.

Land in Milford Sound for 15 minutes to appreciate the fjord’s scale, then touch down in a remote alpine area, often featuring snow. The tour ends with a return flight to Queenstown and hotel drop-off.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Roundtrip scenic helicopter flight from Queenstown
  • Landing in Milford Sound
  • Landing in remote alpine location
  • Inflight commentary
  • Department of Conservation landing and concession fees

Important Information

  • Flights depend on favorable weather. Book for your first available day in Queenstown to allow flexibility for rescheduling
  • Flight date and time may vary and will be confirmed by the operator via email after booking
  • Children and infants must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant pricing applies to ages 0 to 3
  • Children 4 to 14 years and over 15 kilograms require their own seat
  • Infants under 4 years and under 15 kilograms travel free and must sit on an adult’s lap; infants over 15 kilograms require a separate seat
  • Minimum group numbers apply and bookings may be cancelled if not met, with alternatives or full refund offered

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a roundtrip helicopter flight from Queenstown with landings in Milford Sound and a remote alpine area, plus inflight commentary from a local pilot.
The tour starts with hotel pickup in central Queenstown followed by a short drive to the helicopter base.
The helicopter tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours, including two landings and scenic flight time.
Yes, the tour features a landing within Milford Sound itself as part of the experience.
Yes, your local pilot provides commentary throughout the flight, sharing insights about the Southern Alps and Fiordland National Park.
You will see aerial views of the Southern Alps, Fiordland National Park, and Milford Sound, including remote alpine landscapes.
No previous flying experience is required; the tour is suitable for most travelers comfortable with helicopter flights.
Age and weight restrictions may apply for safety reasons; check the tour provider's website for the latest requirements.
Check the tour provider’s website for current hours, availability, and booking information.

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