Duration
Free cancellation
Guided tour
Mobile ticket
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Lift off from Queenstown and take in jaw-dropping views over Fiordland’s wild, mountainous terrain. No crowds, just sky and scenery.
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Touch down in Milford Sound for a short guided walk and photos you'll want to frame forever.
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Land on a remote glacier high in the Southern Alps and take in alpine views you can’t get any other way.
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Listen to your local pilot bring the landscape to life, pointing out hidden valleys, waterfalls, and glacial history from the sky.
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1.5 to 2-hour Milford Sound helicopter tour from Queensland
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Pilot guide
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Landing in Milford Sound
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Glacier landing
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Touch down on a glacier and fiord on a fully guided helicopter tour from Queenstown. No hiking boots needed, just breathtaking views and fresh mountain air.
Getting started
Your Milford Sound helicopter tour lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Check in at the Queenstown base before boarding your modern Airbus helicopter. Meet your expert pilot-guide, who’ll walk you through the route and safety briefing before take-off.
What to expect
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Scenic flying at its best: Take off from Queenstown and soar across Fiordland National Park. You'll fly above waterfalls, beech forests, and the dramatic Southern Alps**.**
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Two unforgettable landings: First, descend into Milford Sound for a short guided nature walk with postcard views of Mitre Peak and stop for a photo. Then, land on a remote glacier for more views.
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Expertly guided from start to finish: Your pilot is also your guide, offering fascinating insights as you fly over one of New Zealand’s most iconic landscapes.
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Small group, big views: Flights are limited to six passengers per helicopter, keeping the experience intimate and the views unobstructed.
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What to bring
- Bring your windproof jacket, camera, and hat.
What’s not allowed
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This experience is restricted for passengers over the weight of 83kg.
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Weapons, lighters, matches, batteries, e-cigarettes and safety matches are not allowed on this experience.
Accessibility
- This experience is suitable for guests with mobility issues.
Additional information
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The helicopter can accommodate up to 6 passengers for this experience.
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Flight durations are approximate and may vary due to weather conditions. Occasionally, flight paths and landing sites may be adjusted at the pilot’s discretion for safety or operational reasons.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding/pick-up point.
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Customers have an option to either opt for complimentary pick ups or choose to reach the boarding point on their own.
Hotel transfers
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This ticket includes complimentary pick-ups.
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In the next step of booking, please select your pick-up point from the dropdown.
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This is applicable to selected hotels in Central Queenstown area.
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On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 15 min prior to your scheduled departure.
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If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.
Boarding point (If not opted for pick-up)
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Show your ticket and board the flight at Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters.
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Address: 35 Lucas Place, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand.
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