Start your day by meeting your friendly local guide at your Queenstown accommodation or nearby. You'll travel in style in a premium glass roof-top Mercedes van designed for touring with only 16 seats onboard.
The first leg of your journey to Milford Sound transports you from Queenstown through the picturesque Southland farming country and the charming town of Te Anau, where you'll make a brief stop by the lakeside for refreshments.
From here, arrive at Fiordland National Park and the renowned Milford Road. This corridor to the fjord unveils a different side of New Zealand, with its majestic mountains, winding rivers, and the cheeky Kea bird. Throughout the journey, your guide will make multiple stops for photo opportunities, and short walks, and will entertain you with fascinating local facts and stories.
Upon reaching Milford Sound, embark on a 1hr 45min nature cruise that takes you beneath the towering peaks of the fjord. This small boat cruise, accompanied by a knowledgeable onboard nature guide, allows you to explore the edges of the fjord, revealing its impressive waterfalls and unique wildlife, which may include dolphins, penguins, fur seals, and native birdlife.
After your cruise, you will be introduced to your pilot who will take you to the skies on a truly incredible scenic flight back to Queenstown. Travelling by helicopter, this flight is approximately 45 minutes, offering aerial views of Milford Sound and Queenstown, along with the impressive snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and braided rivers in between. During the flight, enjoy descending on top of one of the many peaks for a snow landing in the remote alpine wilderness.
Tours depart daily from Queenstown at 6:30am, returning by 4:15pm.
The flight is subject to availability through your third party providers & weather dependent. In the case of bad weather, you will receive a partial refund and return via road with yyour tyour guide, returning at by 7:30pm.
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The full-day tour typically lasts around 9-10 hours, departing in the morning and returning by late afternoon.
Lunch is only included if you choose the option for the picnic lunch when booking, however you will have ample options to purchase lunch during the tour.
If you choose the option to include lunch, please ensure you choose the meal type (chicken or vegetarian). If no option is chosen, you will be provided with chicken. The lunch packs contain:
Chicken: chicken sandwhich, crisps, muesli bar, piece of chocolate, piece of fruit
Vegetarian: vegetarian sandwhich, crisps, muesli bar, piece of chocolate, piece of fruit
Dress warmly and wear comfortable layers, as temperatures can vary. Sturdy shoes, a rain jacket, and sunglasses are recommended.
Yes, the helicopter flight is weather-dependent for safety. In case of unsuitable conditions, alternative arrangements or a partial refund may be offered.