Milford Sound Scenic Flyover From Queenstown - 80 Minutes

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Highlights & inclusions

Panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu
Knowledgeable, highly skilled local pilot
Endless snow-covered mountains
Fly down the middle of Milford Sound
Aerial views of the cascading Stirling Falls
The breathtaking scenery

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Sun, Apr 28, 2024

What you can expect

This Milford Sound scenic flyover is your chance to experience the vast, untouched beauty of New Zealand’s Southern Alps on an awe inspiring 80 minute flight from Queenstown Airport. Step aboard a modern fleet of aircraft which has been purposely designed for comfort and expansive views of stunning scenery with every seat a window seat. Over the course of 80 minutes, you’ll sit back and enjoy the informative commentary from local pilots as you fly over the Milford Sound fjordlands on a spectacular flight path while on the return route to Queenstown you’ll travel a different flight path that showcases the stunning surrounds of Queenstown. This return trip Milford Sound scenic flyover covers all the sights from the comfort of your window seat before touching back down at Queenstown Airport.

Location

Sir Henry Wigley Drive Queenstown 9300 New Zealand, Queenstown, Otago 9300

What you need to know

Note
  • __Mandatory information__
  • All passengers first name/ last name
  • All passenger weights in kg / lbs
  • All passenger contact number and email
  • Child Age (if applicable)
  • Requested pick up location / self drive
  • Dietary / Special requirements (if applicable)
  • Dates in Queenstown (so we can work around weather windows)
Inclusions
  • Return flights to Milford Sound
  • 1 hour 20 minute scenic flight
  • Complimentary central Queenstown Transfers before and after activity
Highlights
  • Panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu, the glacier-fed braided rivers of the Dart-Rees Valley, and the UNESCO World Heritage Area of Mt. Aspiring National Park
  • Endless snow-covered mountains and glaciers including the Olivine Ice Plateau, Earnslaw Burn Glacier, and Mt. Tutoko Glacier
  • Breathtaking views of Fiordland National Park, the rugged West Coast and the Tasman Sea
  • Fly down the middle of Milford Sound, with dramatic sheer mountains either side, with aerial views of the cascading Stirling Falls and Mitre Peak
  • See your pilot’s favourites Lake Quill and the Sutherland Falls on your return path to Queenstown
Time
  • This experience departs at 9am
  • Please call experience provider 1 hour before your scheduled flight time on the day of your flight for weather check
  • If you are self driving, your check in time is 30 minutes prior to departure
Duration
  • This experience will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Hotel Pickup
  • There's a complimentary pick ups from central Queenstown hotels and bus stops, alternatively self drive out and check in at our kiosk in the Queenstown airport terminal building 30 minutes ahead of departure
Additional Information
  • Wear sensible footwear and clothes for all conditions
  • Sunglasses and a camara full of battery and memory are recommended
  • If over 140kgs please experience provider
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Our flights are weather-dependent. Pilots will make a weather check 1 hour before each scheduled departure. If we cannot fly due to adverse weather conditions, we will attempt to reschedule depending on the passenger's schedule and flight availability
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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