Queenstown to Milford Sound Tours

Lift off from Queenstown and take in jaw-dropping views over Fiordland’s wild, mountainous terrain. No crowds, just sky and scenery.

Touch down in Milford Sound for a short guided walk and photos you'll want to frame forever.

Land on a remote glacier high in the Southern Alps and take in alpine views you can’t get any other way.

Listen to your local pilot bring the landscape to life, pointing out hidden valleys, waterfalls, and glacial history from the sky.

Fly into Fiordland’s wild heart from Queenstown on a 2.5-hour helicopter tour with epic views of peaks, rainforest valleys, and the rugged coastline.

Land at Milford Sound for a quiet walk among towering cliffs and mirror-like waters, then touch down on a windswept West Coast beach.

Finish high above it all with a glacier landing in the Southern Alps for an unforgettable alpine moment.

Throughout, your local pilot-guide brings every turn of the landscape to life with stories, insights, and expert commentary.

Take to the skies above Queenstown and glide over snow-capped peaks, ancient rainforests, and winding rivers, an aerial route few ever get to see.

Land in Milford Sound and step aboard a purpose-built catamaran for a 2-hour cruise past towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and iconic Mitre Peak.

Touch down on a secluded glacier high in the Southern Alps—crisp air, crunchy snow, and a photo op like no other.

Your pilot isn't just flying the route, they're narrating it too, pointing out hidden valleys, rare wildlife, and stories behind the landscape.

Enjoy a day trip to Milford Sound from Queenstown, either by scenic flight or coach. Visit Mirror Lakes, Knobs Flat, and Homer Tunnel if traveling by coach.

Choose a flight over the fiord, enjoying views of Earnslaw Burn Glacier, Mitre Peak, and Olivine Ice Plateau, with pilot commentary and guaranteed window seats.

Experience a Milford Sound cruise, viewing Stirling Falls from the open-air deck. Savor complimentary tea and coffee onboard.

Fly back to Queenstown, capturing aerial photos of Lake Quill and Sutherland Falls, or enjoy a road trip back to Queenstown, with stops for photo ops.

Fun fact: The water in Milford Sound is often a deep, inky black. This is due to the tannin-stained freshwater that flows from the surrounding forests.

Escape the long drive and embrace this ultimate half-day from Queenstown that allows you to see Milford Sound from the air and sea.

Soar above the towering peaks of Mt. Earnslaw, the steep clips of Skippers Canyon, and the glacial Lake Whakatipu on a fixed wing aircraft flight. 

Sail through Milford Sound's crystal clear waters and marvel at the cascading Bowen Falls in all its glory and dolphins playing in the water.

Get a bird’s eye view of the lush Southern Alps on your smooth helicopter flight and land on a glacier for a once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity.

Did you know? Milford Sound is a Fjord, which is created by a glacier and not a Sound, which is created by a river.

Join a guided day tour of Milford Sound, exploring scenic stops with hassle-free round-trip transfers from Queenstown.

On your way to Milford Sound, you'll get to stop at places like Mirror Lakes and enjoy short walks to take in the area's natural beauty.

Enjoy a cruise on Milford Sound, a fjord formed by glaciers, bordered by mountains and waterfalls. Keep an eye out for seals, dolphins, and penguins.

Enhance your experience by opting for the premium experience with a small group.

Fun fact: The Lady Bowen Falls, one of Milford Sound's most iconic waterfalls, also provides electricity and water to the nearby village.

Get away from life’s daily bustle for a relaxing day with nature on this guided tour from Queenstown along with a relaxing Milford Sound cruise at the end.

Listen to your friendly guide tell you stories of ancient Maori explorers navigating Pop's View Lookout and Lake Te Anau.

With just a few people for company, experience the snow-covered beauty of The Remarkables mountains and the golden tussock grass of Eglinton Valley.

Hop on a relaxing cruise to see a waterfall cascading from the mountains and the triangular Mitre Peak rising from the waters of Miford Sound.

Fun fact: Many scenes from The Lord of the Rings trilogy were filmed in Fiordland National Park at Eglinton Valley.