Milford Sound Cruise + Return Helicopter Flight
Fiordland National Park, Queenstown
Discover Milford Sound on a day tour from Queenstown. Enjoy a scenic road trip, a nature cruise, and a flight back over the fiord and mountains in a Helicopter.
Milford Sound Scenic Flight and Cruise from Queenstown
This full-day tour from Queenstown suits travelers seeking a multi-mode adventure combining road, water, and air transport through Fiordland National Park.
Highlights
- Scenic flight over Milford Sound and Queenstown
- Wildlife cruise spotting dolphins, penguins, and seals
- Guided road trip through Fiordland National Park
- Travel in a premium 15-seat Mercedes van with a small group
- Photo stops and local stories from your guide
Description
Meet your local guide at or near your Queenstown accommodation and travel in a premium Mercedes van designed for touring with 15 seats.
Your journey begins through Southland farming country and the town of Te Anau, where you pause lakeside for refreshments. Then enter Fiordland National Park via Milford Road, passing mountains, rivers, and the native Kea bird. Multiple stops allow photo opportunities and short walks, while your guide shares local insights.
At Milford Sound, take a nature cruise on a small boat with an onboard guide. Explore beneath towering peaks and see waterfalls, dolphins, penguins, fur seals, and native birdlife.
After the cruise, board a helicopter for a 45-minute scenic flight back to Queenstown, enjoying aerial views of Milford Sound, snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and braided rivers.
Includes
- Premium Mercedes van transport
- Local guide
- Nature cruise in Milford Sound
- Packed picnic lunch
- Scenic helicopter flight back to Queenstown
- Photo opportunities
- Short walks
- Refreshments stop in Te Anau
Important Information
- The tour involves multiple transport modes.
- The flight is weather dependent; in bad weather, you will receive a partial refund and return via road.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring weather-appropriate clothing and a camera. Book in advance to secure your preferred date.