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Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown

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Milford Sound Scenic Flight from Queenstown
  • 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

The UNESCO-listed landscapes of Milford Sound are even more spectacular from above. Take to the skies on a 1-hour round-trip flight from Queenstown; spot natural wonders such as Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls from the air; and enjoy unbeatable aerial views of the mountains, lakes and fjords of the Fiordland National Park.
  • 1 hour flight over Milford Sound from Queenstown
  • Marvel at the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Milford Sound in the Fiordland National Park on a scenic flight
  • Enjoy aerial views of natural wonders such as Mitre Peak, Bowen Falls, and Mount Pembroke
  • Choice of departure times throughout the day
  • Great-value tour includes hotel pick-up and transfers

What's Included

  • Scenic flight
  • Complimentary pickup and drop-off from set locations
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Personal expenses
  • Food and drink

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

  • Milford Sound Scenic Flights
    39 Lucas Place, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

    Departure Point: Pickup from your central queenstown hotel, or you can self-drive to the base Address: 39 Lucas Place, Frankton Dates: Daily Return point: Return to same departure location

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

02:30 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

Complimentary pickups start from 5 minutes after the weather check for your flight. Please check your confirmation email from the operator stating closest pickup location and time. If accommodation is not listed, please advise Milford Sound Scenic Flights and the team will advise of closest pickup location and time.

What To Expect

Your tour begins with pick-up from your Queenstown hotel and a short transfer to the hangar to board your flight. Take off for a 40-minute flight to Milford Sound and admire spectacular views over the Fiordland National Park as you swoop over the snow-capped peaks, glittering lakes, and dramatic fjords.

As you circle the fjord, your pilot will point out natural wonders like the 525-foot (160-meter) high Bowen Falls, the striking hanging valley of Sinbad Gully, and Mount Pembroke. Continue towards the Tasman Sea coast, passing over the distinctive 5,551-foot (1,692 meter) mountain of Mitre Peak, one of New Zealand’s most photographed landmarks, and see the dramatic approach witnessed by the first settlers at the end of the 18th-century. As you loop back toward Queenstown, enjoy magnificent views of the Sutherland Falls and Stirling Falls.

After touching back down in Queenstown, your driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.

Please note: Flights are weather dependent - you will be notified an hour prior to departure time if the weather is appropriate to proceed.

Milford Sound

Admission Ticket Free

Fiordland National Park (Pass By)

Glenorchy (Pass By)

Mount Tutoko (Pass By)

Mitre Peak (Pass By)

Lake Wakatipu (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Infants are classed as 11kg or under. If when weighed at check in they are over 11kg in weight, they will be classed and charged as a child and will have to sit in their own seat due to infant seat belt weight restrictions.
  • Stroller must be able to fold down to a small enough size to fit in the plane safely and be strapped up by the pilot
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers 36 weeks or more into their pregnancy
  • We would generally not recommend flying in the last 2-3 months of pregnancy as a precaution.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Incredible!
Philippe_F, Apr 2024
Crazy moment! Weather conditions excellent, guide information's great! One of the most beautiful scene I ever seen!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Kia Ora Phillippe, We're thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your trip with us. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. Milford Sound / Piopiotahi is a beautiful place. We thank you for joining us. Best wishes, Milford Sound Scenic Flights
Breathtaking sights !!
Lorenzo_M, Nov 2023
Although we didn’t make it to the sound due to weather rolling in from the Tasmin Sea, the pilot took us on an exquisite sightseeing journey over the area around Queenstown.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Hi Lorenzo, Thank you for leaving us such a great review! We always try our best to fly into Milford Sound, and we are sorry that we were unable to due to the weather conditions. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the scenic overflight with us. Kind Regards, Milford Sound Scenic Flights Team
Brilliant flight helped by glorious...
Malcolm D, Apr 2017
Brilliant flight helped by glorious weather. Stunning scenery with breath taking views. Great trip thoroughly recommended.

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