Milford Sound Visit the 8th wonder of the world

Milford Sound is often described as the eighth wonder of the world. Set in the Fiordland National Park, on the west coast of the South Island, it provides the most dramatic backdrop of scenery in New Zealand. Helicopter flights into Milford Sound operate from The Helicopter Line's Queenstown base, located at the Queenstown Airport, just 6km from downtown Queenstown.


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Departing Queenstown

Milford Sound HLQ1B

Duration 60 mins
$695 per adult

Journey through New Zealand's most dramatic scenery.  This captivating flight takes you over alpine lakes, lush rainforest and past rugged peaks. Experience the grandeur of the Southern Alps en-route and land at The Divide.  Fly into the heart of Fiordland National Park experiencing unparalleled views of world famous Milford Sound and Mitre Peak before landing. Homeward, experience an alpine snow landing before returning to Queenstown. Lunch options are available.

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Departing Queenstown

Milford Sound with Cruise Heli - Cruise - Heli

Duration 4 hours
$845 per adult

Taking our magnificent Milford Sound flight option above, upon landing in Milford join the Mitre Peak Cruise, an exploratory nature cruise on the sound.  View cascading waterfalls, sheer rock faces and unique wildlife, voyage out past St Anne's lighthouse  to the Tasman Sea before re-boarding your helicopter. Homeward bound, complete your journey with an exclusive alpine snow landing for the ultimate Milford Sound experience. Lunch options are available.

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Departing Queenstown

Milford and Sutherland Falls

Duration 2 hours
$1225 per adult

See the Southern Alps on your way into Milford Sound, experiencing this amazing glacial creation. View Lake Quill, the source of the Sutherland Falls - the second highest in the southern hemisphere. Weather permitting, land 'on top of the world' and stand among the ancient ice flows of the Fiordland Glaciers.  Lunch options are available.

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Departing Queenstown

Milford Explorer

Duration 2.5 hours
$1430 per adult

View the Southern Alps on your way into Milford Sound. Stand among the ancient ice flows of the Fiordland Glaciers before sweeping the length of the fiord. View Lake Quill the source of the Sutherland Falls. Fly home over Mackinnon Pass and through the world famous Arthur Valley. Lunch options are available.

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Departing Queenstown

Milford Sound, Franz Josef Glacier and Aoraki/Mount Cook

Duration 4 - 5 hours
$2855 per adult

See the major iconic sights in the South Island. First visit breath-taking Fiordland National Park and landing at Milford Sound.  Then discover the glacial expanse of the Franz Josef Glacier followed by a visit to the heart of the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park.  During your alpine landing, view spectacular hanging glaciers and rivers of moving ice. Lunch options are available.

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Departing Queenstown

Milford Fly Cruise Heli

Duration 4 hours
$705 per adult

Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound by plane, enjoying the spectacular views of mountains, lakes and fiords of Fiordland National Park. Connect with Mitre Peak Cruises for your relaxing cruise before returning to Queenstown by helicopter with an alpine landing for the ultimate experience. Lunch options are available.

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Optional Lunch

Gourmet picnic hampers and champagne can be arranged on request.

Prices

Price Information

Prices are in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax of 15%. Major credit cards, travellers cheques and foreign currencies are accepted. Please see here for child prices. Prices are subject to change without notice. Pricing valid from 1 October 2012 to 30 September 2013.