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Heli Glenorchy

Milford Alps to Ocean

  $1,195 per person

  75 minute experience

 

Soar from Milford Sound to the untamed West Coast in an unforgettable flight

Dreaming of a journey from soaring alpine peaks to the wild, untamed coast? The Milford Alps to Ocean Helicopter flight offers a front-row seat to Fiordland’s most dramatic landscapes.

Departing from Glenorchy, soar over majestic glaciers, trace the length of iconic Milford Sound, and follow the fiord as it meets the Tasman Sea. Along the way, marvel at towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and lush native rainforest.

Touch down on a remote West Coast beach to breathe in the ocean air, then head inland for an alpine landing. From this elevated vantage point, enjoy sweeping views over the Dart River and Lake Whakatipu, a perfect blend of serenity and awe-inspiring scenery.

What are the must-see moments of Milford Alps to Ocean?

  • Flown by experienced local pilots with expert knowledge
  • Land on a remote and rugged West Coast beach
  • Experience both alpine and coastal landscapes in one flight
  • Aerial views of Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park
  • Take in the tranquility of untouched wilderness

 


75 minute experience


Alpine and West Coast Beach


Alpine


Waterfalls


Mountains


Native Flora/Fauna


Beach

The prices listed below are for our shared departures, so other guests will be on your flight. Our prices also change subject to change annually.

Adult (12+): $1,195 per person

Child (3-11): $840 per person

Infant: (0-2): $600 per person

Prices are valid from 1 April 2026 - 30 September 2027. On our shared departures, you may be in a helicopter with up to 9 people.

We have private charter rates available for our Squirrel helicopters, our twin-engine Squirrels and our 9-seater BK (upon request).

Charters are a great option for bigger groups, or if you would like a more intimate experience.

Find out more about our fleet.

Squirrel (up to 6 passengers): $5,975 per helicopter

Prices are valid from 1 April 2026 - 30 September 2027.

We offer complimentary return transport from Central Queenstown. Please make sure to book this in addition to your flight experience. If you are self-driving, we are based in Glenorchy at 35 Mull Street and we have plenty of parking available. After you have checked in, you will make your way to Glenorchy Aerodrome for your flight.

  • Wear comfortable covered shoes
  • Bring along or wear warm clothing, including a jacket
  • Remember to bring your camera, sunscreen and sunglasses

Bookings
• We recommend booking in advance via our online booking calendar.
• For the purpose of aircraft weight and balance and in accordance with the Civil Aviation Authority rules and regulations, we require all passenger weights at the time of booking. Once we have received and reviewed this information we will be able to confirm the booking.
• Our booking system will ask for your credit card details, which are securely stored to confirm your booking, however we will not charge your card until the day of your flight.
• Please note a surcharge will be incurred for credit and contactless payments.

Your flight
• You will need to contact us one hour prior to your departure time for a weather check.
• Minimum passenger numbers are required for all scenic flights. We reserve the right to upgrade passengers or merge flights for operational reasons or flight management purposes if required.
• Flights depart on demand and are subject to availability.
• Flights depart from our Heli Glenorchy base in Glenorchy.
• Advertised times away, flight and landing times are approximate and can be subject to weather conditions. On occasion, flight paths and landing locations may change at the pilot’s discretion.

Pricing
• Our prices change annually from 1 October. Please select your preferred date of travel on our booking system or view the pricing section to view pricing schedules.
• Prices are in $NZD currency and include Goods and Services Tax.
• We reserve the right to change prices at any time without further notice. However, if we have confirmed an advance booking the quoted price will not be altered.

Payments
• We accept EFTPOS, Visa, Mastercard and cash. Please note a surcharge will be incurred for credit and contactless payments.

Cancellations
• Any cancellations made within 24 hours of departure will incur a 50% cancellation fee. If passengers ‘no-show’ for a flight, 100% of the fare will apply. If we cannot operate due to weather and as a result, passengers are unable to fly, no cancellation fees will apply.