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South Island

Start: Glenorchy or Queenstown
Locations: Glenorchy, Queenstown
Travel Time: 4 hours

Scenic Helicopter Flights and a Milford Sound Cruise

Fiordland’s mountain ranges, native forest, alpine lakes and glacier-shaped valleys feature throughout this four-hour experience from Glenorchy. The helicopter flight crosses the Richardson Mountains towards Piopiotahi Milford Sound, with aerial views of remote wilderness, waterfalls and Mitre Peak.

A boat cruise through the fiord brings the scenery closer, passing steep rock walls, rainforest and cascading waterfalls, with possible sightings of dolphins, New Zealand fur seals and Fiordland crested penguins. One remote alpine landing is also included during the return journey, subject to weather and pilot assessment.

Highlights

  • See Milford Sound from both the air and the water
  • Fly above alpine lakes, native forest and mountain valleys
  • Take in aerial views of Mitre Peak and the surrounding fiord
  • Cruise beneath waterfalls and steep rainforest-covered cliffs
  • Watch for dolphins, fur seals and Fiordland crested penguins
  • Spend time in a remote alpine setting during the landing
  • Return scenic helicopter flights from Glenorchy
  • Milford Sound boat cruise
  • One remote alpine landing
  • Aerial views across Fiordland and Milford Sound
  • Commentary from an experienced local pilot
  • Wildlife and nature commentary during the cruise
  • Complimentary Queenstown transport when confirmed
  • Contact the operator one hour before departure for a weather check
  • Passenger weights are required when booking
  • Flights operate subject to availability and minimum passenger numbers
  • Shared departures may include other guests
  • Flight paths and alpine landing locations may change
  • Wildlife sightings during the cruise cannot be guaranteed
  • Queenstown transfers must be added when booking
  • Adults: 12 years +
  • Children: 3 –11 years (70% of the adult fare).
  • Infants: 2 years and under (50% of the adult fare).
  • More than 24 hours before departure: Full refund*
  • Within 24 hours of departure: 50% cancellation fee *
  • If we cannot operate due to weather and as a result, passengers are unable to fly, no cancellation fees will apply. Full refund*

*Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

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