New Zealand · SCENIC FLIGHTS & HELICOPTER TOURS
From the air the country stops being a drive and becomes a map. These 14 cover the Milford fly-cruise-fly, the glacier landings, the Aoraki circuits and the Bay of Islands runs, priced with a note on cancellation policies.
Fly through Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, cross the Tasman Valley, and land in the Southern Alps on this 25-minute helicopter trip.
“Great experience! We spent most of the 25 minutes at the mountain landing spot. It was beautiful, but we would have preferred to spend more time flying in the helicopter rather than taking photos at the top for about 15 minutes.”
Fly over Franz Josef and Fox glaciers, land on the snow, and see rainforest, icefalls, and the Southern Alps from a 35-minute helicopter ride.
“The whole experience was perfect. The flight was awesome, and landing on the top of Franz Joseph glacier was perfect. Our pilot Jay was very knowledgeable and answered any questions we had, and took a perfect photo of us on top of the glacier. The staff in the offices, and the ground crew were also very helpful and professional. A wonderful experience, we would recommend to everyone.”
Fly over Franz Josef and Fox or Tasman Glacier, then land on the snow in the Southern Alps on this 35-minute helicopter tour.
“The company has been very proactive in informing guests of flight probabilities as impacted by impending weather. Communication was excellent and there was a high degree of flexibility in adapting flight schedules according to customers’ needs and weather.”
Review of the Milford Sound small-group tour from Queenstown, with scenic stops, a two-hour cruise, picnic lunch, and flight back.
“Really well organised and executed tour of a stunning area. Graeme was an excellent guide, very friendly and engaging with in depth knowledge of NZ and the local area”
See Kaikōura’s whales, dolphins, and alpine coast from a small plane, with window seats, pilot commentary, and a 40-minute flight.
“Captain Ben flew us over Hikurangi Marine Reserve, searching for whales and finding many while providing fantastic information about the locale and the marine life. He professionally and effortlessly delivered a five star memorable experience. Highly recommended.”
Fly above Franz Josef Glacier, land on its snowfield, and take in icefalls, crevasses, and Southern Alps views on a 25-minute flight.
“Very nice experience, very professional. We think that it doesn't matter which operator you use in this town.”
Fly over Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, land on the snow, and enjoy Southern Alps views with a pilot guide on this 35-minute helicopter trip.
“Flying over the glacier. Absolutely awesome flight up to glacier and then landing on the plateau. The snow was packed harder than what we anticipated.”
Travel Queenstown to Milford Sound by coach, cruise the fiord, then fly over glaciers and mountains on this full-day adventure.
“Lovely day out, we were swapped last minute for a different bus/boat and therefore a cold lunch but that was OK. Would have liked a slower more thorough safety check on the plane”
Soar above Queenstown, Skippers Canyon, and the Wakatipu Basin on a 30-minute helicopter flight with a weather-dependent alpine landing.
“Perfect weather. Staff were friendly. Pilot was amazing! Narrating fun facts on places we hover. Was totally entertaining my kids. Flew through a cloud. Hovered over waterfalls. And made us play on the snow for as long as we can. Also took amazing photo with the helicopter whilst at the glacier. Super amazing experience!!!”
Fly from Milford Sound to Queenstown over Fiordland, Sutherland Falls, the Southern Alps, and Lake Wakatipu with hotel drop-off.
“We had booked an excellent drive to and fly back tour to/from Milford Sound through Wild Kiwi tours & Altitude tours. Our guide/driver Gina kept in touch with our flight company and once the cruise was completed, she introduced us to ARead more”
Fly from Queenstown over five glaciers, Mt. Aspiring, Milford Sound, and Mitre Peak on a compact, weather-dependent scenic flight.
“Just fantastic view of mountains and fiords between Queenstown and Tasman Sea. Company was courteous and helpful. Pick up and drop off from in town.”
Fly above Te Anau's Kepler Mountains, see hidden lakes and land beside a mountain tarn on this 30-minute Fiordland helicopter tour.
Fly over Doubtful Sound, Campbell’s Kingdom, and Mount Kidd with two alpine landings on a 70-minute helicopter flight from Fiordland.
“such an amazing team! great communication! the flight was breathtaking! would definitely recommend and would definitely do again!”
Review this 80-minute Queenstown flight to Milford Sound for waterfalls, glaciers, guaranteed window seats, pilot commentary, and practical tips.
“We loved it! Was such great fun and the pilot’s were awesome 🤩 worth the money!”
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