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Milford Sound Scenic Flyover ex Queenstown

Offered by True South Flights

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$760.00 per person

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)Pickup Available Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: Chinese, English

Scenic flight over Milford Sound via Mount Aspiring and Fiordland national parks, with views of Mitre Peak, Stirling Falls and snow-covered peaks.

Tour Overview

See Milford Sound from above on a scenic flight that gives a wide view of this remarkable part of the South Island. The journey begins by crossing the mountains of Mount Aspiring National Park, then continues deep into Fiordland National Park, revealing lakes, forested river valleys, waterfalls, sharp ridge lines and snow-covered peaks along the way.

As the aircraft descends into Milford Sound, the landscape closes in around you. You will get close-up views of Mitre Peak, one of the most photographed peaks in the world, followed by Stirling Falls, a defining feature of Milford Sound. From the air, the scale of the fiord and surrounding mountains is easy to appreciate in a way that is very different from travelling by road or water.

Every seat is a window seat, so each passenger has a clear view throughout the flight. Your pilot provides commentary during the journey, adding context to the places you pass over.

This flight suits travellers who want to avoid the crowds or who are short on time, while still seeing Milford Sound in a focused and memorable way. It is also a practical option for those who cannot make the cruise but still want a strong overview of the region.

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Queenstown

    Collections from Queenstown Central Hotels start 50 minutes prior to flight departure. Alternatively, we have free parking at our office in Frankton, where you'll check in.

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    Check in at our Remarkables Park Town Centre departure lounge, where you will be weighed and receive a safety briefing. Get there nice and early, grab a hot coffee or some snacks in the shopping centre whilst you wait for your flight to depart.

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    Fiordland National Park

    Taking off from Queenstown Airport, you'll get great views of Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding areas. Next you'll get uninterrupted views of the Southern Alps and shortly after, Fiordland National Park — places so remote you can only see them from the air.

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    Milford Sound

    Arriving over Milford Sound, you'll get stunning views down into the fiord, with towering waterfalls and granite sea cliffs all around. The pilot will do some large orbits overtop of Milford to give you the best opportunity to see all the highlights including Mitre Peak and Stirling Falls. On the return to Queenstown, your pilot will take a different flight path for maximum sightseeing on the way back.

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    Arriving back at the departure lounge, a driver will be waiting to take you back to your accommodation, or you will be able to collect your parked car.

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup available

If requesting pickup, please select your preferred location when booking through Viator.

Pickup details

We pick-up from Queenstown Central accommodation. Pick up starts 50 minutes prior to departure.

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True South Flights

Building 8 Suite 1B/12 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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Check in at our office 30 minutes prior to departure. We are located in the Remarkables Park Town Centre, near Queenstown Airport, with free all-day parking. Park near the New World supermarket and walk across the carpark entrance to our building on the corner of the main road (Hawthorne Drive).

End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Important Information

Bring your ticket up to the office

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.