Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
Fiordland National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
Flying over the Fiordland national park
Milford Sound
Enjoy a scenic boat cruise whilst in the sound.
Options
Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Landing and facility fees
Headsets to hear the pilot clearly
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Pickup points
QT Queenstown
38-54 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown Queenstown New Zealand
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Corner Earl Street and Marine Parade, Queenstown New Zealand
Swiss-belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
110 Frankton Road Queenstown New Zealand
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
32 Frankton Road, Queenstown New Zealand
Kamana Lakehouse
139 Fernhill Road Queenstown New Zealand
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
91 Fernhill Rd Queenstown New Zealand
Mercure Queenstown Resort
21 Sainsbury Road, Fernhill Queenstown New Zealand
The Rees Hotel, Luxury Apartments and Lakeside Residences
377 Frankton Road, Lake Wakatipu Queenstown New Zealand
Crowne Plaza Queenstown By IHG
93 Beach Street, Queenstown New Zealand
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
79 Peninsula Road Kawarau Falls New Zealand
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
196 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Once in a lifetime experience
Tim B,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00An 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!
Amazing
R3844SSscottb,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience loved every moment of it
An adventure not to be missed (words are not adequate ! )
JudyBiBl,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spectacular, 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.
Best Milford sound day
Julie M,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Worth every single dollar magnificent day beautiful weather fabulous crew both helicopter and boat and a great amount of time 4 hours
Highlight of my New Zealand holiday
jeffpbailey,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The 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!!
Once in a lifetime trip
Lara A,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00An 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.
Best day ever
Caroline C,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You 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!
Amazing experience, once...
Michael W,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience, once in a lifetime way of travelling to and from Milford sound, saved 10 hours of driving, pilot was great and very friendly
Gold standard operation from booking to aeronautics.
Anita C,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From 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.
Great way to experience...
Chris H,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to experience the landscape of Queenstown. Saved hours on the road going by helicopter. Well worth it if it’s within the budget.
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