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Heli Glenorchy

Milford Sound Heli-Cruise-Heli

  $1,350 per person

  4 hour experience

 

Heli-Cruise-Heli Milford Sound: Flightseeing & Fiordland Cruise

Get ready for the ultimate adventure, where the beauty of Fiordland is yours to explore from both sky and sea! Experience the Milford Sound Heli-Cruise-Heli as you begin your journey with breathtaking aerial views of rainforests, valleys, and mountain lakes. A special alpine landing gives you a rare opportunity to step into this untouched landscape before continuing your journey.

Departing from Glenorchy, soar over the stunning Richardson Mountain Range towards the West Coast, taking in the grandeur of alpine peaks, forest-covered valleys, and crystal-clear lakes. After your incredible landing, cross the southern peaks to reveal the awe-inspiring Milford Sound and its iconic Mitre Peak.

Once on the ground, board a cruise through the fiord, where you can watch for playful dolphins, fur seals, and the elusive Fiordland crested penguins. After your relaxing cruise, return to the helicopter for a flight back to Glenorchy, with sweeping views of nature’s untouched beauty.

This journey offers a unique blend of stunning aerial views and up-close encounters, leaving you with unforgettable memories of both the sky and sea.

Why a Heli-Cruise-Heli is the ultimate Milford Sound experience?

  • Bird’s eye view of Milford Sound
  • Cruise along the fiord
  • Gain unique perspectives of Milford Sound, from the sky to the ground!
  • Alpine landing experience on your way home
  • Experience new perspectives and be able to enjoy more time in your day of adventure

 


4 hour experience


Boat Cruise


Conscious Choice


Waterfalls


Mountains


Lakes


Native Flora/Fauna

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+): $1,350 per person

Child (3-11): $945 per person

Infant: (0-2): $675 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): $6,750 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.