Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown
Description
Explore Milford Sounds stunning fiord from the air and on the water. Join an unforgettable cruise, past sheer cliffs, gushing waterfalls and perhaps even spot dolphins, seals and penguins. Enjoy an exhilarating flight past rivers, valleys and mountains with blue-green ice falls, and land upon a glacier/alpine in the heart of Fiordland National Park. (Glacier landing is subject to weather conditions). Lunch available onboard: Whilst on your cruise, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch. Don't forget to let a member of staff know if you wish to add this to your booking at an additional cost.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Flying over the Fiordland national park
Enjoy a scenic boat cruise whilst in the sound.
Experience Milford Sound
Aerial views of the stunning sound
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Will self-drive Pick up location TBC Kamana Lakehouse Mercure Queenstown Resort Heritage Queenstown Crowne Plaza Queenstown I-Site Millennium Hotel Pounamu Apartments The Rees Hotel Sherwood Bus Stop (Frankton Rd) The Hilton Resort & Spa
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infants will be charged at the child rate (0-3 years old sit on adults lap)
- Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers must supply accurate weights upon booking
Reviews(196)
An amazing experience! Honestly once in a lifetime! The boat trip along with landing on the mountain in the snow we're magical, and the aerial views were breathtaking!
Great experience loved every moment of it
Hi R3844SSscottb, Thank you very much for your recent 5* review, we are thrilled to read that you had a great experience and loved every moment! thank you for choosing to fly with us. Kind regards, Tegan
Spectacular, exhilarating and yet we felt very safe flying with our helicopter pilot Kurt, who has years of experience and expertise. The entire trip was filled with highlights- flying to and from the Sound, the helicopter landing on a snow covered glacier and the Milford Sound Cruise. This was a truly bucket list experience.
Hi Judy, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We're delighted to hear that your journey to Milford Sound was such a memorable one and that Pilot Kurt helped you feel safe and comfortable throughout the flight. From the breathtaking helicopter flights and glacier landing to the stunning Milford Sound cruise, it certainly is a special way to experience this incredible part of New Zealand. We're honoured to have been part of a bucket-list adventure and truly appreciate your recommendation. Kind regards, Tegan
Worth every single dollar magnificent day beautiful weather fabulous crew both helicopter and boat and a great amount of time 4 hours
Hi Julie, thank you for your review! We're so glad you had a great time on your Milford and Cruise flight with us! We'd love to welcome you back for another flight on your next visit to Queenstown. Kind regards, the GSLH team.
The highlight of my New Zealand holiday!! The pick up bus from town and the check in staff at the airport were great!! Our pilot was helpful and reassuring to nervy passengers. The flight was smooth and the trip to Milford was full of unbelievable sights. The Milford Sound boat cruise was beautiful. On the way home on the chopper we landed at the glacier and had the chance to get out and walk around for 10 minutes. An amazing experience!!
Hi Jeff, thank you for your fantastic review! We’re honoured to hear your Milford helicopter experience was the highlight of your New Zealand holiday. From the scenic flight into Milford Sound to the cruise and glacier landing on the return journey, it’s such a special itinerary, and we’re thrilled you enjoyed every part of it. We’re also pleased our team helped make the experience smooth and comfortable from start to finish. Thank you for choosing to fly with us. Kind regards, the GSLH team.
An incredible experience. We loved the helicopter trip, saw dolphins playing next to the ship on Milford Sounds and the glacier landing is a once in a lifetime experience.
Thank you Lara for your wonderful review. We’re so pleased to hear your Milford helicopter and cruise experience was such a memorable one. Seeing dolphins alongside the boat and experiencing a glacier landing truly makes for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, and we’re delighted you loved every part of it. Kind regards, the GSLH team
You will have the time of your life!!! We had gorgeous weather so that is the only thing that will determine your experience but if all goes to plan it will blow your mind!
Hi Caroline, thank you for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had the “best day ever” with us. Queenstown and Milford Sound are incredibly special in beautiful weather, and we’re so pleased your experience exceeded expectations. Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm and support. Kind regards, the GSLH team.
Amazing experience, once in a lifetime way of travelling to and from Milford sound, saved 10 hours of driving, pilot was great and very friendly
Hi Michael, thank you for your review! We’re so pleased you had an amazing experience and enjoyed such a unique way to travel to Milford Sound. It’s great to hear the flight saved you the long drive and that your pilot made the journey even more enjoyable. Kind regards, the GSLH team.
From the moment we arrived the staff put my anxious daughter at ease. The whole team ooze gold standard professionalism. The pre flight safety brief was short, sharp and easy to understand. Michaels expertise in aeronautics made for a smooth flight experience. He executed manoeuvres with confidence, allowing each passenger time to capture the perfect shot. The glacier landing will forever take my breath away. There were moments during the flight I felt I was in a movie. Book with these guys. You won’t regret it.
Hi Anita, Thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review. We’re delighted to hear that our team helped put your daughter at ease — that’s incredibly important to us! It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed the flight and that Michael’s expertise made the experience smooth and memorable. And we couldn’t agree more — those glacier landings really are something else. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you all back again in the future. Kind regards, the GSLH team.
Great way to experience the landscape of Queenstown. Saved hours on the road going by helicopter. Well worth it if it’s within the budget.
Hi Chris, Thank you for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed experiencing the landscape from the air — it certainly is a great way to take it all in while saving time on the road. We really appreciate you choosing to fly with us! Kind regards, the GSLH team.
