Queenstown, Milford, Fiordland
Premier Flights

Our Premier flights offer something for those seeking something a little more special. They include extended flying time, allowing you to explore Fiordland National Park and further afield in greater detail and get far off the beaten track.

The highlight of all these flights has to be shutting down on a remote alpine peak to take some time out, enjoying a delicious picnic and wine. Perfect for couples and groups of up to 6 looking to celebrate a special occasion.

Milford Experience (Flight 301)

Mitre Peak beckons as your helicopter lifts off to begin your journey into Milford Sound. Discover isolated valleys of ancient forests and pristine rivers famous for their fishing as well as mountains sculptured from ice over thousands of years. Upon landing in Milford, enjoy a short nature walk and gain that iconic Mitre Peak photo. Fly the length of Milford Sound past sheer cliffs and gushing waterfalls, out to the Tasman Sea and the wild West Coast. Experience an exhilarating flight past spectacular mountains and blue-green ice falls, and land upon Mt Tutoko Glacier, an awe inspiring experience with ice formations and crevasses to astound.

Time for a gourmet lunch and wine in remote alpine wilderness before returning to Queenstown via Mt Aspiring National Park over the famous Moonlight and Shotover Canyons, rich in gold mining history.

Price: $1,525 per person (min. 2)
$1,165 per person (3 or more)
 
Time Away: 2.5 hours  
Landings: icon_helipadicon_valleyicon_picnicMilford, Glacier & Alpine picnic Book Now

Fiordlander (Flight 302)

Fly across Lake Wakatipu into the heart of Fiordland National Park to the breath-taking Lake Quill and the 1900ft Sutherland Falls. View the famous Milford Track en route to the Tasman Sea and West Coast before flying the length of Milford Sound past sheer cliffs and gushing waterfalls. Experience an exhilarating flight past spectacular mountains and blue-green ice falls, and land upon Mt Tutoko Glacier, an awe inspiring experience with ice formations and crevasses to astound.

Time for a gourmet lunch and wine in remote alpine wilderness before returning to Queenstown via Mt Aspiring National Park over the famous Moonlight and Shotover Canyons, rich in gold mining history. One of our most popular flights.

Price: $1,775 per person (min. 2)
$1,265 per person (3 or more)
 
Time Away: 3 - 3.5 hours  
Landings:

icon_helipadicon_valleyicon_picnicLake Quill,

Glacier & Alpine picnic

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Doubtful Experience (Flight 303)

Fly west from Queenstown over Lake Wakatipu, above the famous Walter Peak Station and onwards to the stunning waters of Lake Manapouri offering views up the Iris burn, home of the Kepler Track. Across the Wilmot Pass, Doubtful Sound appears, remote and spectacular, landing amongst the beautiful inlets and dramatic views.

Experience the vastness of Doubtful Sound, three times longer and ten times larger than Milford Sound by flying out to the Tasman Sea on route to a gourmet lunch and wine in remote alpine wilderness before returning to Queenstown via even more outstanding scenery from Fiordland National Park.

Price: $2,400 per person (min. 2)
$2,035 per person (3 or more)
 
Time Away: 3.5 hours  
Landings: icon_ridgeicon_picnicAlpine & Alpine picnic Book Now

Fiordland Ultimate Experience (Flight 304)

The ultimate Fiordland experience traverses Milford and Doubtful Sounds as well as the lesser known George and Bligh Sounds.

Fly west from Queenstown over Lake Wakatipu, above the famous Walter Peak Station and onwards to the stunning waters of Lake Manapouri offering views up the Iris burn, home of the Kepler Track. Across the Wilmot Pass, Doubtful Sound appears, remote and spectacular, landing amongst the beautiful inlets and dramatic views. Experience the vastness of Doubtful Sound by flying out to the Tasman Sea and fly high above the wild west coast en route to the breath-taking Lake Quill and the 1900ft Sutherland Falls.

View the famous Milford Track and McKinnon Pass before flying the length of Milford Sound past sheer cliffs and gushing waterfalls. Experience an exhilarating flight past spectacular mountains and blue-green ice falls, and land upon Mt Tutoko Glacier, an awe inspiring experience with ice formations and crevasses to astound. Time for a gourmet lunch and wine in remote alpine wilderness before your return to Queenstown via Mt Aspiring National Park over the famous Moonlight and Shotover Canyons, rich in gold mining history.

Price: $2,750 per person (min. 2)
2,300 per person (3 or more)
 
Time Away: 3.5 hours  
Landings:

icon_ridgeicon_helipadicon_valleyicon_picnicAlpine,

Lake Quill, Glacier & Alpine picnic

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Southern Alps Circle (Flight 305)

All the icons of the South Island in one day, Mt Aspiring, Mt Cook, Mt Tasman, Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. The journey begins heading North over Mt Aspiring and the many glaciers that surround it, and onwards past Wanaka and the beach forests of the Landsborough valley to the lakes at the foot of Mount Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand.

Venture across the divide where the two mighty ice rivers of Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers await. Admire this World Heritage Area by flying over the many crevasses and beautiful blue-green ice falls which cut through dramatic glacial valleys to flow into temperate rainforest.

After lunch continue along the untamed wilderness and rugged West Coast to Haast and then into stunning Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park, a must-see on anyone’s itinerary.

Several landings in the remote areas of the West Coast are included in this special day.

Price: $4,625 per person (min. 2)
$3,500 per person (3 or more)
 
Time Away: 4-5 hours  
Landings:

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Fox Glacier Township, Glacier, Snow & Alpine

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Stewart Island / Rakiura Private Charter (Flight 306)

Recognised as Rakiura National Park in 2002, Stewart Island is a destination that is offering everything that is excellent about natural New Zealand. Stewart Island features virgin forest, deserted beaches, rugged coastline, and is rich in bird and marine life.

Fly by helicopter from Queenstown to Stewart Island where our professional guides will be more than happy to share their local knowledge of the history, flora and fauna and what Island life is like. You are welcome to explore and enjoy the Island at your own pace with activities such as guided walks, kayaking, fishing, and diving available.

However a private tour to the magical Ulva Island in Paterson Inlet is a must-do experience and shows a glimpse into New Zealand's ancient past. One of only a few open island sanctuaries in New Zealand, Ulva island offers a predator-free environment for rare and endangered birds including South Island Saddleback, Yellowhead, Rifleman, Stewart Island Robin and Stewart Island Brown Kiwi.

Visit Stewart Island by helicopter on a day trip including private guided tour of Ulva Island or stay overnight with boutique luxury lodge accommodation included.

Full Day Price: $8,600 Private Charter for up to 5 people
 
Overnight Price: $11,600 Private Charter for up to 5 people  
Landing: icon_helipadStewart Island Book Now

What to bring

Because you'll be outdoors in an alpine environment you will need:

  • comfortable walking shoes/boots
  • windproof jacket
  • warm clothing
  • camera, sunglasses, hat, sunblock and any personal items

Minimum Numbers

On all scenic flights, minimum numbers of 2 passengers apply unless otherwise stated. Individual bookings may be combined if necessary to achieve minimum numbers.

Courtesy Coach

A courtesy coach is available to pick up and drop off passengers from their accommodation in the Queenstown area.

Prices

All prices are quoted in New Zealand Dollars and include 15% Goods and Service Tax. Rates valid from 1 October 2011 to 30 September 2012.

All prices are subject to change without notice. Some public holidays are subject to a surcharge.


 
 
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