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Air Milford, Queenstown, Fiordland · Outdoor activities

Milford Sound Scenic Flight & Cruise from Queenstown

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Fly over Southern New Zealand’s iconic landscapes, including Skippers Canyon, the Paradise region ; famous for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, and the Donne Glacier. With a complimentary pickup, enjoy a scenic flight along Milford Sound before landing beneath Mitre Peak. Then join a guided nature cruise on a small vessel for a more personalized experience. Spot wildlife such as fur seals, dolphins, and occasionally penguins. Return to Queenstown via a different route, revealing Fiordland’s untouched beauty, alpine lakes, and Sutherland Falls. Experienced pilots share insights throughout, with optional GPS-triggered audio via the Southern Discoveries app (English only).

  • **9.30am departure includes Morning Tea
  • 11.30am departure includes a Picnic Lunch**
Inclusions
Package: Join-in 09:30 departure

What’s included

  • Admission to attractions

  • English-speaking guide

  • Professional guide

  • Live commentary on board

  • Complimentary pick up from selected location in the checkout page

  • Morning tea onboard the cruise, consisting of tea, coffee and a freshly baked muffin

  • Please call the operator at 08:15 to confirm the activity on the participation day at +64-344-223-51

Not included

  • Accommodation

  • Other personal expenses

Package: Join-in 11:30 departure

What’s included

  • Admission to attractions

  • English-speaking guide

  • Professional guide

  • Live commentary on board

  • Complimentary pick up from selected location in the checkout page

  • Picnic lunch on board the cruise

  • Please call the operator at 10:15 to confirm the activity on the participation day at +64-344-223-51

Not included

  • Accommodation

  • Other personal expenses

Overview
Duration: Up to 5 hours
Digital voucher accepted
FromUS$453/Person
Includes taxes & fees
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Pricing & availability

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Things to know

Confirmation

  • You’ll get confirmation within minutes. If you don’t see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Voucher type

  • Present your mobile voucher

Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

100% refund to your original payment method or credits
  • Up to 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
  • From 24 hours before the booking date
  • Executive-style seating Air Milford’s modern Cessna Caravan aircraft feature a middle seat option that allows nervous flyers to sit with family or friends, while still enjoying panoramic views out both sides of the aircraft.

  • Plan your departure. The 9:30 am flight includes morning tea, while the 11:30 am flight includes a picnic lunch onboard the cruise vessel — perfect for pairing with your day in Milford Sound.

  • Bring a raincoat! Milford Sound receives over 6,800 mm (268 in) of rain annually. Rainy days often reveal hundreds of temporary waterfalls cascading down the fiord’s cliffs, creating a truly unforgettable scene.

  • Keep your camera ready. From the air, the Southern Alps, glaciers, alpine lakes, and waterfalls make for spectacular photos.

5hr Duration

Please select a participation date

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Eligibility

  • Free for children aged 0 - 1, sitting on an adults lap with safety restrain

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
  • Fly from Queenstown over the Southern Alps, glaciers, alpine lakes, and waterfalls for panoramic views of Fiordland
  • Land beneath the iconic Mitre Peak and enjoy a 1 hour 45 minute small boat nature cruise on Milford Sound
  • Get up close to Stirling Falls and take in the dramatic cliffs and rainforest of the fiord
  • Return to Queenstown via a different scenic flight path, showcasing remote alpine lakes and waterfalls
  • Gentle 20-minute bush walk from the plane to the boat through native bush, escorted by your pilot (time permitting)
  • Family-owned airline with 50+ years’ combined pilot experience, a flawless safety record, and expert in-flight commentary**
Package: Join-in 09:30 departure
  • [Departure] 09:30, pick up. Complimentary transport provided to/from most local accommodation. Select your pick up location at check-out. Please be ready for pickup at 8.20am..The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 45 mins before the departure time
  • [Departure] 09:30, meet up at Air Milford. Free Parking Available On-Site. Check in before 8.45am..The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 45 mins before the departure time
  • [Attraction/experience] 40 min(s), Guided tour, Air Milford, Scenic Flight from Queenstown to Milford Sound
  • [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 45 min(s), Guided tour, Milford Sound, 1 hour 45 min Nature Cruise through Milford Sound
  • [Attraction/experience] 40 min(s), Guided tour, Queenstown, Return Scenic Flight Milford Sound to Queenstown
  • [Return] 13:30, Shuttle included
  • Day {num}

Additional information

  • Stroller accessibility within given size requirements - enquire for more information. What to bring
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera
  • Insect Repellant
  • Sunhat
  • Raincoat What to wear
  • Walking shoes
  • Jacket Accessibility
  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
  • This activity is wheelchair-accessible
  • Participants using wheelchairs/mobility equipment should be accompanied
Package: Join-in 11:30 departure
  • [Departure] 11:30, pick up. Complimentary transport provided to/from most local accommodation. Select your pick up location at check-out. Please be ready for pickup at 10.20am..Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 45 mins before the departure time
  • [Departure] 11:30, meet up at Air Milford. Free Parking Available On-Site Check in before 10.45am.Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 45 mins before the departure time
  • [Attraction/experience] 40 min(s), Guided tour, Air Milford, Scenic Flight from Queenstown to Milford Sound
  • [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 45 min(s), Guided tour, Milford Sound, 1 hour 45 min Nature Cruise through Milford Sound
  • [Attraction/experience] 40 min(s), Guided tour, Queenstown, Return Scenic Flight Milford Sound to Queenstown
  • [Return] 16:15, Shuttle included
  • Day {num}

Additional information

  • Stroller accessibility within given size requirements - enquire for more information. What to bring
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera
  • Insect Repellant
  • Sunhat
  • Raincoat What to wear
  • Walking shoes
  • Jacket Accessibility
  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
  • This activity is wheelchair-accessible
  • Participants using wheelchairs/mobility equipment should be accompanied

Hotel pick up

Address

  • Air Milford
  • 3 Tex Smith Lane, Queenstown Airport, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
  • How to get there: Take a 4-minute bus trip from the Frankton Bus Hub
  • Please refer to the map for assistance

Reviews

9.8
Outstanding
Reviews from Google