Scenic Flight Transfer to Queenstown from Milford Sound
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About This Transfer Service in Fiordland & Milford Sound
Why Visit Fiordland & Milford Sound?
Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Fiordland & Milford Sound provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
What's Included
- Full pre-flight briefing
- Hotel and Airport drop-off (centrally located hotels)
- Live Air Milford pilot commentary on board
What's Not Included
- One way transport only, does not include transportation from Queenstown into Milford Sound
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- 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
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given a full refund
- Due to the weather dependent nature of the flight, it is imperative that you have a back up plan in mind if your return date is not flexible
- Do not forget to bring a jacket and your camera
- Infant rates apply for 0 - 1 years of age, when the infant is sat on a parents lap, with an infant lap belt
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- To help everything go smoothly, please update us with your plans, ie. will you be spending the night before at the lodge? Are you taking a cruise on the day of your flight, if so, what cruise company and time? Do you have back up land transport arranged to get out of Milford, in case the weather is bad and we cannot fly?
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
MeetEnd Point
A complimentary drop-off to your centrally located Queenstown accommodation is included
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Meet your pilot, to board your 35 minuet scenic flight to Queenstown 5 minutes
Meet your pilot, to board your 35 minuet scenic flight to Queenstown.
The scenic flight begins by climbing up through...
The scenic flight begins by climbing up through the fiord, taking in stunning views of Milford Sound from above.
View the highest peak in Milford Sound, Mitre Peak
View the highest peak in Milford Sound, Mitre Peak. It impressively rises directly out of the water of the fiord, to it's summit at 5,560ft / 1,690 meters, which is just over a mile of vertical gain!
Just after take-off, view the Bowen Falls, it...
Just after take-off, view the Bowen Falls, it is one of Milford Sound's two permanent waterfalls and at 530ft / 162 meters, is Milford's highest waterfall. After rainfall, there are hundreds of waterfalls to be viewed in the fiord!
After leaving Milford Sound, the flight path first...
After leaving Milford Sound, the flight path first takes in another view of the fiord, before tracing south, down the Arthur valley. At the head of this valley, the Sutherland Falls can be viewed, this is New Zealand's highest waterfall, falling impressively 1,900ft / 580 meters to the valley floor below.
The flight path then begins to track east...
The flight path then begins to track east over the Southern Alps and towards Queenstown. New Zealand's second largest lake, lake Te Anau can be viewed stretching out to the south.
After crossing the main divide of the Southern...
After crossing the main divide of the Southern Alps and taking in stunning views of small alpine lakes and jagged snow capped mountains, the route then traverses the densely forested Greenstone and Caples valleys.
After emerging from the Greenstone valley, fly over Lake Wakatipu
After emerging from the Greenstone valley, fly over Lake Wakatipu. Lake Wakatipu is New Zealand's longest lake at 46 miles / 75 kms, it is also incredibly deep, up to 1,250ft / 380 meters at some points! Queenstown is nestled on the lake's shores, so some great views of the town are enjoyed before landing.
View the Walter Peak high country station, which...
View the Walter Peak high country station, which is one of New Zealand's largest merino sheep farms.
View the Remarkable mountain range and Queenstown, before... 10 minutes
View the Remarkable mountain range and Queenstown, before landing at the Air Milford base, Queenstown airport, for your drop-off to your accommodation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
