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Ascend the Swiss Skies: Cable Car Tours in Switzerland

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Couple on cable car at Glacier 3000 with snowy mountain backdrop.
Couple walking on snowy path at Glacier 3000, Montreux, with scenic mountain views.
Couple on Glacier 3000 suspension bridge with mountain views, Geneva.
Glacier 3000 suspension bridge with snowy Alps in Montreux, Switzerland.
Cross-country skier on Glacier 3000 with Swiss Alps backdrop, near Montreux.
Couple on cable car at Glacier 3000 with snowy mountain backdrop.
Couple walking on snowy path at Glacier 3000, Montreux, with scenic mountain views.
Couple on Glacier 3000 suspension bridge with mountain views, Geneva.
Glacier 3000 suspension bridge with snowy Alps in Montreux, Switzerland.
Cross-country skier on Glacier 3000 with Swiss Alps backdrop, near Montreux.
Couple on cable car at Glacier 3000 with snowy mountain backdrop.
Couple walking on snowy path at Glacier 3000, Montreux, with scenic mountain views.
Couple on Glacier 3000 suspension bridge with mountain views, Geneva.
Glacier 3000 suspension bridge with snowy Alps in Montreux, Switzerland.
Cross-country skier on Glacier 3000 with Swiss Alps backdrop, near Montreux.

Day Trip to Glacier 3000 with Round-Trip Transfers from Geneva

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10 hr
Transfers included
  • Spend a day at the popular mountain destination of Glacier 3000, and enjoy hassle-free two-way transfers from Geneva with a chauffeur guide.
  • Explore this all-season snowy heaven for thrill-seekers, and soar high above the scenic landscape in a stunning cable car.
  • Visit the breathtaking Peak Walk – a suspension bridge between two mountain peaks – take a ride on the Chairlift, and enjoy activities at the Fun Park.
  • You’ll have some free time to discover the charm of Montreux, a town known for its pleasant weather and lush Mediterranean vegetation.
  • Spend a day at the popular mountain destination of Glacier 3000, and enjoy hassle-free two-way transfers from Geneva with a chauffeur guide.
  • Explore this all-season snowy heaven for thrill-seekers, and soar high above the scenic landscape in a stunning cable car.
  • Visit the breathtaking Peak Walk – a suspension bridge between two mountain peaks – take a ride on the Chairlift, and enjoy activities at the Fun Park.
  • You’ll have some free time to discover the charm of Montreux, a town known for its pleasant weather and lush Mediterranean vegetation.

Inclusions

  • Day trip to Glacier 3000
  • Round-trip bus transfers from Geneva
  • Chauffeur-guide
  • Cable car ride
  • Peak Walk
  • Chairlift
  • Fun Park

Exclusions

  • Snow Bus (available at extra cost)
  • Alpine Coaster (available at extra cost)
  • Repas
  • Roller coaster
  • Dog's sled
  • Tip: The cable car journey to Glacier 3000 provides an opportunity to spot wildlife such as chamois, ibex, and marmots. Keep your eyes peeled as you ascend to catch a glimpse of these fascinating alpine creatures.
  • The experience is not accessible for people with mobility issues, people with back and neck problems, and pregnant women.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Helicopter on snowy alpine landing with mountain backdrop, Queenstown Panorama Tour.
Couple on snow-covered mountain with helicopter during Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopter flying over snowy alpine landscape during Queenstown Panorama Tour.
Helicopter cockpit view of snow-covered mountains during Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopter flying over Lake Wakatipu with snow-capped mountains in Queenstown, New Zealand.
Helicopter flying over Lake Wakatipu with Queenstown and snow-capped mountains in view.
Helicopter flying over snowy mountains during Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopters on alpine landing with mountain and lake view, Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopter on snowy alpine landing with mountain backdrop, Queenstown Panorama Tour.
Couple on snow-covered mountain with helicopter during Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopter flying over snowy alpine landscape during Queenstown Panorama Tour.
Helicopter cockpit view of snow-covered mountains during Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopter flying over Lake Wakatipu with snow-capped mountains in Queenstown, New Zealand.
Helicopter flying over Lake Wakatipu with Queenstown and snow-capped mountains in view.
Helicopter flying over snowy mountains during Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopters on alpine landing with mountain and lake view, Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopter on snowy alpine landing with mountain backdrop, Queenstown Panorama Tour.
Couple on snow-covered mountain with helicopter during Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopter flying over snowy alpine landscape during Queenstown Panorama Tour.
Helicopter cockpit view of snow-covered mountains during Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopter flying over Lake Wakatipu with snow-capped mountains in Queenstown, New Zealand.
Helicopter flying over Lake Wakatipu with Queenstown and snow-capped mountains in view.
Helicopter flying over snowy mountains during Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.
Helicopters on alpine landing with mountain and lake view, Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour.

Queenstown Panorama Helicopter Tour with Alpine Landing

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$208.92
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25 min
Hotel pickup
  • Take flight in a chopper across the picturesque Wakatipu Basin, carved by glaciers.
  • Enjoy incredible views of Queenstown & the valley surrounded by lofty mountains of the Southern Alps.
  • Hover above the pristine blue waters of New Zealand’s longest lake, Lake Wakatipu.
  • Land on a peak and capture spectacular moments against the backdrop of breathtaking alpine scenery.
  • Select the option of hotel transfers for a smooth adventure experience.
  • Take flight in a chopper across the picturesque Wakatipu Basin, carved by glaciers.
  • Enjoy incredible views of Queenstown & the valley surrounded by lofty mountains of the Southern Alps.
  • Hover above the pristine blue waters of New Zealand’s longest lake, Lake Wakatipu.
  • Land on a peak and capture spectacular moments against the backdrop of breathtaking alpine scenery.
  • Select the option of hotel transfers for a smooth adventure experience.

Inclusions

  • Scenic helicopter flight
  • Alpine landing
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Informative pilot commentary
  • Infants (Under 4yrs & under 15kgs) are required to sit on an adult's lap. Children over 15kgs require their own seats.
  • Drones, iPads or selfie sticks are not allowed on board.
  • It is recommended to wear Sturdy covered shoes.
  • Please carry along warm clothing, sunglasses & sunscreen.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Plane flying over a lake with mountains during a scenic flight to Milford Sound.
Cruise ship sailing at Milford Sound with Mitre Peak in the background, New Zealand.
Tourists on a boat tour at Milford Sound with scenic fjord views.
Helicopter flying over Queenstown with view of mountains and lake on Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Heli Tour.
Helicopter landing by a lake in Milford Sound with people exploring the scenic mountain landscape.
Aerial view of Milford Sound with cruise ship and plane, Queenstown flyover experience.
Aerial view of Milford Sound mountains with a plane flying over, showcasing scenic flyover from Queenstown.
Cruise boat near waterfall at Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Dolphin swimming in Milford Sound fjord during cruise, New Zealand.
Helicopter on glacier with mountain backdrop, Milford Sound FlyCruiseHeli Tour.
Plane flying over a lake with mountains during a scenic flight to Milford Sound.
Cruise ship sailing at Milford Sound with Mitre Peak in the background, New Zealand.
Tourists on a boat tour at Milford Sound with scenic fjord views.
Helicopter flying over Queenstown with view of mountains and lake on Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Heli Tour.
Helicopter landing by a lake in Milford Sound with people exploring the scenic mountain landscape.
Aerial view of Milford Sound with cruise ship and plane, Queenstown flyover experience.
Aerial view of Milford Sound mountains with a plane flying over, showcasing scenic flyover from Queenstown.
Cruise boat near waterfall at Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Dolphin swimming in Milford Sound fjord during cruise, New Zealand.
Helicopter on glacier with mountain backdrop, Milford Sound FlyCruiseHeli Tour.
Plane flying over a lake with mountains during a scenic flight to Milford Sound.
Cruise ship sailing at Milford Sound with Mitre Peak in the background, New Zealand.
Tourists on a boat tour at Milford Sound with scenic fjord views.
Helicopter flying over Queenstown with view of mountains and lake on Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Heli Tour.
Helicopter landing by a lake in Milford Sound with people exploring the scenic mountain landscape.
Aerial view of Milford Sound with cruise ship and plane, Queenstown flyover experience.
Aerial view of Milford Sound mountains with a plane flying over, showcasing scenic flyover from Queenstown.
Cruise boat near waterfall at Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Dolphin swimming in Milford Sound fjord during cruise, New Zealand.
Helicopter on glacier with mountain backdrop, Milford Sound FlyCruiseHeli Tour.

From Queenstown: Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Heli Tour

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$832.68
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4 hr 30 min
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION4 hours 30 minutes
TOTAL DURATION4 hours - 5 hours
Timeline
Map
START POINT

Milford Sound Scenic Flights

Your journey begins at Queenstown. Board the plane which takes you straight to Milford Sound Airport and spot several landmarks from up high.

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Skippers Canyon

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Glenorchy

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Mt Earnslaw

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Mt Tutoko

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Milford Sound

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Mitre Peak

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Arthur River

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Sutherland Falls

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Milford Track

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Lake Te Anau

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Eglinton Valley

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Greenstone Valley

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Lake Wakatipu

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Milford Sound Airport

Tickets included

Your flight to Milford Sound ends here. Take a breath of fresh air as you admire the surroundings.

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Milford Sound

5 attractions

Tickets included

One of the wettest inhabited places on Earth, with 6,000mm of annual rainfall. The starting point for scenic cruises through one of New Zealand’s most spectacular fjords.

Nearby things to do

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Bowen Falls

2 minutes walk

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Lion Mountain

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Copper Point

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Seal Rock

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Stirling Falls

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Milford Sound Airport

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Tickets included

Board the helicopter and begin your scenic journey back to Queensland.

Highlights

Alpine Landing

Included in price

Step out of your helicopter onto a remote alpine ridge, where crisp mountain air and sweeping views of Fiordland’s untouched wilderness await.

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Milford Sound Scenic Flights

START POINT

Queenstown

Begin with a 40-minute fixed-wing flight from Queenstown, soaring over Lake Wakatipu, alpine valleys, and the jagged Southern Alps. Every seat has a window, so you’ll enjoy uninterrupted views of glaciers, rivers, and Fiordland’s untouched wilderness before descending directly into Milford Sound.

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Milford Sound Terminal

The central hub for all cruises, the Milford Sound Visitor Terminal is where your cruise begins. Inside you’ll find operator check-in desks, restrooms, and displays introducing the fiord’s history. Just outside, the wharf stretches into the basin, offering your very first panoramas of Mitre Peak. 

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Mitre Peak

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Lady Bowen Falls

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Seal Rock

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Fairy Falls

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The Four Sisters

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Stirling Falls

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St. Anne's Point Lighthouse

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Harrison Cove

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Bottlenose dolphins

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Fiordland Crested Penguins

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Return to Queenstown

Your adventure ends as it began: in the air. The 40-minute return flight traces a different route, revealing new alpine valleys, braided rivers, and turquoise lakes. Cloud layers often add drama on the way back, shifting the view minute by minute until Queenstown comes back into sight.

Fly in by plane, cruise the fjord, then return by helicopter with an alpine landing.

  • Everything you get: Take off from Queenstown on a fixed-wing flight over Fiordland’s alpine valleys, then enjoy a 2-hour Milford Sound cruise with waterfalls, cliffs, and wildlife, plus tea, coffee, and water onboard. Cap the day with a helicopter return, including an alpine landing where you step onto snow for photos. Hotel transfers included.
  • Why choose this: Best for travelers who want Milford from every angle. In just hours, you’ll fly above peaks, sail beneath cliffs, and stand on ice.

Fly in by plane, cruise the fjord, then return by helicopter with an alpine landing.

  • Everything you get: Take off from Queenstown on a fixed-wing flight over Fiordland’s alpine valleys, then enjoy a 2-hour Milford Sound cruise with waterfalls, cliffs, and wildlife, plus tea, coffee, and water onboard. Cap the day with a helicopter return, including an alpine landing where you step onto snow for photos. Hotel transfers included.
  • Why choose this: Best for travelers who want Milford from every angle. In just hours, you’ll fly above peaks, sail beneath cliffs, and stand on ice.

Inclusions

  • 4-hour total experience (flights + cruise + heli landing)
  • Scenic fixed-wing flight from Queenstown to Milford Sound
  • 2-hour Milford Sound nature cruise with live commentary
  • Return helicopter flight to Queenstown with alpine/glacier landing
  • Guaranteed window seats and pilot narration throughout
  • Complimentary tea, coffee, and water onboard the cruise
  • Full safety briefing and all necessary equipment

Exclusions

  • Meals beyond included cruise refreshments (available to purchase onsite)

What to bring

  • Bring your sunscreen and insect repellent for the trip.
  • Pack for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?

Accessibility

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for pregnant women in their last trimester.

Additional Information

  • All flights and tours operate are subject to change according to the weather conditions and minimum numbers.
  • There are two time slots available for this tour. If you choose the 10am slot, you will fly on the fixed-wing plane first and return via helicopter after the cruise. If you take the 12pm slot, you will fly on a helicopter first and return via the fixed wing plane after the cruise.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Cruise boat near waterfall in Milford Sound's lush landscape.
Helicopter flying over cloud-covered fiords in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Cruise boat near waterfall in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Couple by helicopter at Queenstown viewpoint overlooking mountains and river valley.
Four people beside a red and white helicopter on a snowy peak in Milford Sound.
Two helicopters on a snow-covered glacier in the Southern Alps, Queenstown, under a bright sun.
Helicopters on landing pads in a grassy field with Milford Sound mountains in the background.
Cruise boat near waterfall in Milford Sound's lush landscape.
Helicopter flying over cloud-covered fiords in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Cruise boat near waterfall in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Couple by helicopter at Queenstown viewpoint overlooking mountains and river valley.
Four people beside a red and white helicopter on a snowy peak in Milford Sound.
Two helicopters on a snow-covered glacier in the Southern Alps, Queenstown, under a bright sun.
Helicopters on landing pads in a grassy field with Milford Sound mountains in the background.
Cruise boat near waterfall in Milford Sound's lush landscape.
Helicopter flying over cloud-covered fiords in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Cruise boat near waterfall in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Couple by helicopter at Queenstown viewpoint overlooking mountains and river valley.
Four people beside a red and white helicopter on a snowy peak in Milford Sound.
Two helicopters on a snow-covered glacier in the Southern Alps, Queenstown, under a bright sun.
Helicopters on landing pads in a grassy field with Milford Sound mountains in the background.

From Queenstown: 4-Hour Milford Sound Helicopter Tour and Cruise

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$752.10
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4 hr
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION4 hours - 5 hours
Timeline
Map
START POINT

Queenstown

Get direction

1 activities

Begin the ultimate 4-hour Milford Sound combination experience with helicopter flight over Southern Alps followed by 2-hour cruise and return helicopter with alpine landing. This comprehensive tour provides both aerial and water perspectives in single seamless journey with expert pilot-guide throughout.

Helicopter

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Milford Sound Terminal

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Land at Milford Sound and transfer immediately to purpose-built catamaran for 2-hour comprehensive cruise with Southern Discoveries, featuring close waterfall approaches, wildlife viewing, and expert marine commentary. Coordination ensures minimal waiting time and optimal cruise timing. Experience comprehensive cruise through Milford Sound's full 16km length with close approaches to Stirling Falls, Lady Bowen Falls, wildlife viewing areas, and potential Tasman Sea entrance. Southern Discoveries' nature guides provide expert commentary complementing pilot insights.

Highlights

Helicopter Flight with Alpine Landing

Included in price

Board helicopter for return journey featuring remote alpine or glacier landing providing exclusive wilderness access and photo opportunities. Different return routing showcases areas missed during outbound flight while pilot provides concluding commentary about conservation.

Helicopter

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Mitre Peak

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Lady Bowen Falls

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Seal Rock

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Fairy Falls

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The Four Sisters

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Stirling Falls

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St. Anne's Point Lighthouse

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Harrison Cove

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Bottlenose dolphins

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Fiordland Crested Penguins

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END POINT

Return to Queenstown

Complete the 4-hour comprehensive experience with return helicopter flight featuring alternative routing and different lighting conditions while pilot provides concluding insights about Fiordland conservation and recommendations for future exploration. Return flight allows reflection on complete experience.

Helicopter ride, glacier landing, and Milford Sound cruise: all in one 4-hour adventure.

  • Everything you get: A 4-hour adventure from Queenstown combining a helicopter flight over Fiordland, a glacier or alpine landing for a rare photo stop, and a guided cruise through Milford Sound beneath cliffs and waterfalls. Guaranteed window seating and live pilot commentary.
  • Why choose this: Perfect for travelers wanting Milford’s highlights without the long road trip. In just hours, you’ll fly above the Southern Alps, step onto ancient ice, and sail the fiord.

Helicopter ride, glacier landing, and Milford Sound cruise: all in one 4-hour adventure.

  • Everything you get: A 4-hour adventure from Queenstown combining a helicopter flight over Fiordland, a glacier or alpine landing for a rare photo stop, and a guided cruise through Milford Sound beneath cliffs and waterfalls. Guaranteed window seating and live pilot commentary.
  • Why choose this: Perfect for travelers wanting Milford’s highlights without the long road trip. In just hours, you’ll fly above the Southern Alps, step onto ancient ice, and sail the fiord.

Inclusions

  • 4-hour Milford Sound aerial and cruise tour from Queenstown
  • 2-hour cruise in Milford Sound
  • Return scenic helicopter flight between Queenstown and Milford Sound
  • Guaranteed window seat in a modern Airbus helicopter
  • Glacier or alpine snow landing for photos
  • Scenic cruise through Milford Sound waterfalls & cliffs
  • Live commentary from both pilot-guide and cruise host
  • Complimentary tea and coffee served during your cruise

Exclusions

  • Picnic lunch onboard the cruise (available to purchase onsite)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Helicopter flying over cloud-covered fiords in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Couple by helicopter at Queenstown viewpoint overlooking mountains and river valley.
Four people beside a red and white helicopter on a snowy peak in Milford Sound.
Two helicopters on a snow-covered glacier in the Southern Alps, Queenstown, under a bright sun.
Couple overlooking Lake Quill during helicopter ride from Milford Sound, surrounded by fjord cliffs.
Hikers walking through lush forest on Milford Sound trail.
Helicopters on landing pads in a grassy field with Milford Sound mountains in the background.
Helicopter flying over cloud-covered fiords in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Couple by helicopter at Queenstown viewpoint overlooking mountains and river valley.
Four people beside a red and white helicopter on a snowy peak in Milford Sound.
Two helicopters on a snow-covered glacier in the Southern Alps, Queenstown, under a bright sun.
Couple overlooking Lake Quill during helicopter ride from Milford Sound, surrounded by fjord cliffs.
Hikers walking through lush forest on Milford Sound trail.
Helicopters on landing pads in a grassy field with Milford Sound mountains in the background.
Helicopter flying over cloud-covered fiords in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Couple by helicopter at Queenstown viewpoint overlooking mountains and river valley.
Four people beside a red and white helicopter on a snowy peak in Milford Sound.
Two helicopters on a snow-covered glacier in the Southern Alps, Queenstown, under a bright sun.
Couple overlooking Lake Quill during helicopter ride from Milford Sound, surrounded by fjord cliffs.
Hikers walking through lush forest on Milford Sound trail.
Helicopters on landing pads in a grassy field with Milford Sound mountains in the background.

From Queenstown: 1.5 to 2-Hour Milford Sound Helicopter Tour

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$674.50
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2 hr
Transfers included
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION90 minutes - 2 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERHelicopter
Timeline
Map
START POINT

Queenstown

Begin your ultimate Milford Sound adventure at Queenstown Airport with professional pilot-guide and modern Airbus helicopter accommodating maximum 6 passengers for intimate small-group experience. Safety briefing and route overview prepare you for spectacular aerial journey over UNESCO World Heritage Fiordland National Park with guaranteed window seats and expert commentary.

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Central Otago

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Lake Wakatipu

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Mt Aspiring National Park

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Fiordland National Park

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Southern Alps

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Milford Sound

1 activities

Experience breathtaking aerial views of iconic Mitre Peak (1,692m) and the full 16km fiord from above before landing in Milford Sound for guided nature walk with views impossible from water level. The aerial perspective reveals the true scale and geographical context of this world-famous fiord's formation.

Highlights

Glacier or alpine landing

Included in price

Touch down on pristine glacier or alpine ridge for exclusive wilderness experience far from any crowds, with photo opportunities amid untouched snow and ice formations while surrounded by towering Southern Alps peaks. Pilot provides safety briefing for glacier walking and geological interpretation.

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Queenstown

Milford Sound glacier landings and every seat is a window seat.

  • Everything you get: 1.5 to 2-hour return flight in a modern Airbus helicopter, max 6 guests, pilot commentary, and guaranteed panoramic views. Touch down twice, on Milford Sound’s dramatic shores for a short guided walk and on a remote glacier or alpine ridge for rare wilderness access.
  • Why choose this: Best for adventurers and photographers. Travelers rave about the thrill of flying over the Alps, fjords, and waterfalls, then stepping onto icefields unreachable by road. A safe, small-group tour that feels once-in-a-lifetime.

Milford Sound glacier landings and every seat is a window seat.

  • Everything you get: 1.5 to 2-hour return flight in a modern Airbus helicopter, max 6 guests, pilot commentary, and guaranteed panoramic views. Touch down twice, on Milford Sound’s dramatic shores for a short guided walk and on a remote glacier or alpine ridge for rare wilderness access.
  • Why choose this: Best for adventurers and photographers. Travelers rave about the thrill of flying over the Alps, fjords, and waterfalls, then stepping onto icefields unreachable by road. A safe, small-group tour that feels once-in-a-lifetime.

Inclusions

  • 1.5 to 2-hour scenic helicopter flight over Fiordland and Southern Alps
  • Round-trip flight transfers from Queenstown to Milford Sound
  • Expert pilot commentary
  • Guaranteed window seats
  • Small group experience with up to 6 guests per flight
  • Milford Sound landing with a guided nature walk among cliffs and rainforest
  • Remote glacier or alpine touchdown
  • All safety briefings, equipment provided

What to bring

  • Bring a windproof jacket, camera, and hat for your comfort and enjoyment during the tour.
  • Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the boarding or pick-up point.
  • Display your voucher on your mobile phone at the boarding or pick-up point.

What’s not allowed

  • This experience is restricted for passengers over the weight of 83kg.
  • Meals, refreshments, and personal expenses are not included and cannot be brought on board.
  • Travel insurance and weather delay coverage are not provided as part of this experience.
  • Large bags are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

  • Suitable for guests with mobility issues; assistance is available for boarding and disembarking the helicopter.
  • The helicopter can accommodate up to 6 passengers per flight.

Additional information

  • Flight durations are approximate and may vary due to weather conditions.
  • Occasionally, flight paths and landing sites may be adjusted at the pilot’s discretion for safety or operational reasons.
  • The helicopter can accommodate up to 6 passengers for this experience.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Red and white helicopter on a remote beach near Milford Sound, New Zealand, during a Queenstown tour.
Couple by helicopter at Queenstown viewpoint overlooking mountains and river valley.
Four people beside a red and white helicopter on a snowy peak in Milford Sound.
Helicopter flying over cloud-covered fiords in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Helicopters on landing pads in a grassy field with Milford Sound mountains in the background.
Red and white helicopter on a remote beach near Milford Sound, New Zealand, during a Queenstown tour.
Couple by helicopter at Queenstown viewpoint overlooking mountains and river valley.
Four people beside a red and white helicopter on a snowy peak in Milford Sound.
Helicopter flying over cloud-covered fiords in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Helicopters on landing pads in a grassy field with Milford Sound mountains in the background.
Red and white helicopter on a remote beach near Milford Sound, New Zealand, during a Queenstown tour.
Couple by helicopter at Queenstown viewpoint overlooking mountains and river valley.
Four people beside a red and white helicopter on a snowy peak in Milford Sound.
Helicopter flying over cloud-covered fiords in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
Helicopters on landing pads in a grassy field with Milford Sound mountains in the background.

From Queenstown: Extended 2.5-Hour Milford Sound Helicopter Tour

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$752.10
Free cancellation

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2 hr 30 min
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION90 minutes - 2 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERHelicopter
Timeline
Map
START POINT

Queenstown

Begin your ultimate Milford Sound adventure at Queenstown Airport with professional pilot-guide and modern Airbus helicopter accommodating maximum 6 passengers for intimate small-group experience. Safety briefing and route overview prepare you for spectacular aerial journey over UNESCO World Heritage Fiordland National Park with guaranteed window seats and expert commentary.

Passes by

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Central Otago

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Lake Wakatipu

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Mt Aspiring National Park

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Fiordland National Park

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Milford Sound

1 activities

Experience prolonged aerial exploration of Milford Sound's full 16km length from Tasman Sea to inner basin, with extended hovering time over Mitre Peak and waterfall systems before landing for comprehensive guided walk. Extended timing allows multiple aerial angles and thorough ground exploration.

Highlights

Glacier or alpine landing

Included in price

Experience extended glacier or alpine landing with ample time for ice walking, photography, and geological interpretation while surrounded by pristine Southern Alps wilderness. Extended timing allows for comprehensive exploration and understanding of glacial processes and alpine ecology.

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Southern Alps

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West Beach Landing

Touch down on pristine, remote West Coast beach accessible only by helicopter, experiencing raw Tasman Sea coastline with dramatic surf, sea stacks, and coastal formations while surrounded by temperate rainforest. This exclusive location provides complete coastal wilderness immersion. Secure loose items against coastal winds and bring layers as West Coast conditions can change rapidly; use fast shutter speeds for surf photography.

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Queenstown

Complete the comprehensive experience with extended return flight featuring alternative routing over different alpine valleys, lakes, and mountain ranges while pilot provides concluding commentary about conservation efforts and Fiordland's significance. Extended timing allows for final photo opportunities and reflection

The only Milford flight with both fjord and glacier landings for the complete experience.

  • Everything you get: 2 to 2.5-hour helicopter flight from Queenstown with window seating, pilot commentary, and views of Fiordland and the Southern Alps. Touch down twice: first in Milford Sound for a guided nature walk beneath cliffs, then on a remote glacier to stand on ancient ice.
  • Why choose this: Best for explorers who want more than a flyover. Extra flight time and multiple landings deliver Milford’s waterfalls, peaks, and icefields from every angle—an extended, once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The only Milford flight with both fjord and glacier landings for the complete experience.

  • Everything you get: 2 to 2.5-hour helicopter flight from Queenstown with window seating, pilot commentary, and views of Fiordland and the Southern Alps. Touch down twice: first in Milford Sound for a guided nature walk beneath cliffs, then on a remote glacier to stand on ancient ice.
  • Why choose this: Best for explorers who want more than a flyover. Extra flight time and multiple landings deliver Milford’s waterfalls, peaks, and icefields from every angle—an extended, once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Inclusions

  • 2.5-hour extended Milford Sound tour from Queenstown
  • Milford Sound landing with walk & photo stop
  • West Coast beach landing for outdoor exploration
  • Alpine/glacier landing on return leg
  • Expert pilot and flight narration
  • Access to Fiordland’s full aerial panorama

Exclusions

  • Ground transfers to Queenstown departure point
  • Travel insurance & personal expenses

What to bring

  • Bring your windproof jacket, camera, and hat.

What’s not allowed

  • This experience is restricted for passengers weighing over the weight of 83kg.
  • Weapons, lighters, matches, batteries, e-cigarettes, and safety matches are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

  • This experience is suitable for guests with mobility issues.

Additional information

  • The helicopter can accommodate up to 6 passengers for this experience.
  • Flight durations are approximate and may vary due to weather conditions. Occasionally, flight paths and landing sites may be adjusted at the pilot’s discretion for safety or operational reasons.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Helicopter on helipad with passengers preparing for Etna Volcano flight from Fiumefreddo.
Young tourist in helicopter viewing Mount Etna landscape.
Aerial view of Mount Etna's craters with smoke rising, Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna aerial view at sunset with volcanic craters and rugged landscape in Catania, Italy.
Couple walking towards helicopter on a sunny day.
Aerial view of Mount Etna's volcanic landscape with winding roads and craters, Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna's volcanic landscape with craters and trails, viewed from a helicopter tour.
Helicopter flying over green landscape near Etna Volcano, Sicily.
Volcanic craters covered with forest on Mount Etna's slopes, Sicily.
Helicopter on helipad with passengers preparing for Etna Volcano flight from Fiumefreddo.
Young tourist in helicopter viewing Mount Etna landscape.
Aerial view of Mount Etna's craters with smoke rising, Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna aerial view at sunset with volcanic craters and rugged landscape in Catania, Italy.
Couple walking towards helicopter on a sunny day.
Aerial view of Mount Etna's volcanic landscape with winding roads and craters, Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna's volcanic landscape with craters and trails, viewed from a helicopter tour.
Helicopter flying over green landscape near Etna Volcano, Sicily.
Volcanic craters covered with forest on Mount Etna's slopes, Sicily.
Helicopter on helipad with passengers preparing for Etna Volcano flight from Fiumefreddo.
Young tourist in helicopter viewing Mount Etna landscape.
Aerial view of Mount Etna's craters with smoke rising, Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna aerial view at sunset with volcanic craters and rugged landscape in Catania, Italy.
Couple walking towards helicopter on a sunny day.
Aerial view of Mount Etna's volcanic landscape with winding roads and craters, Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna's volcanic landscape with craters and trails, viewed from a helicopter tour.
Helicopter flying over green landscape near Etna Volcano, Sicily.
Volcanic craters covered with forest on Mount Etna's slopes, Sicily.

Mount Etna Helicopter Tour

from
$354.74
30 min

Soar into the skies for a heart-pounding 30-minute flight at 3500m, with active craters and ancient temples unfolding beneath you.
Difficulty level: Easy | Max altitude: 3,500m

  • Everything you get: Board an intimate five-passenger helicopter at the Fiumefreddo Helipad and soar over Etna’s forests and dramatic ‘La Bottoniera’ lava flows. Fly over 3,500m for 360° views of Silvestri Craters. Enjoy this 30-minute flight, with welcome drinks before landing safely at the Sapienza ski resort.
  • Why choose this: This is your chance to experience the vast volcanic expanse with no climbing or hiking, pure 30-minute panoramic delight of Sicily’s coastline.

Soar into the skies for a heart-pounding 30-minute flight at 3500m, with active craters and ancient temples unfolding beneath you.
Difficulty level: Easy | Max altitude: 3,500m

  • Everything you get: Board an intimate five-passenger helicopter at the Fiumefreddo Helipad and soar over Etna’s forests and dramatic ‘La Bottoniera’ lava flows. Fly over 3,500m for 360° views of Silvestri Craters. Enjoy this 30-minute flight, with welcome drinks before landing safely at the Sapienza ski resort.
  • Why choose this: This is your chance to experience the vast volcanic expanse with no climbing or hiking, pure 30-minute panoramic delight of Sicily’s coastline.

Inclusions

  • 30-minute shared helicopter flight
  • Maximum 5 participants
  • Aerial views from 3,500 meters

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags are not allowed on the helicopter.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users.

Additional information

  • The maximum weight per passenger is 105 kg (232 lbs).
  • A minimum of 4 paying customers is required for the flight to be confirmed. If the minimum is not met, your flight may be canceled or rescheduled, and you will be offered an alternative time slot or a full refund.
  • The experience requires good weather. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date, an alternative tour, or a full refund. All passengers must accept the same alternative option if the original flight is canceled.
  • Seats are assigned based on passenger weight and height to maintain helicopter balance.
  • The activity is limited to small groups, with a maximum of 5 participants per flight.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Helicopter tour group on snowy Fox Glacier with mountain backdrop.
Helicopter landing on snowy terrain with people playing near Fox Glacier, New Zealand.
Helicopter on snowy mountain with Fox & Franz scenic flight options.
Helicopter tour at Fox & Franz with snowy mountains in the background.
Helicopter flying over Fox Glacier with Southern Alps in the background.
Helicopter flying over snow-covered mountains near Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.
Tourists on a snowy landing with a helicopter at Fox & Franz scenic flight.
Helicopter view of snow-capped mountains during scenic flight over Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.
Helicopter tour group on snowy mountain with Fox & Franz peaks in background.
Helicopter tour group on snowy Fox Glacier with mountain backdrop.
Helicopter landing on snowy terrain with people playing near Fox Glacier, New Zealand.
Helicopter on snowy mountain with Fox & Franz scenic flight options.
Helicopter tour at Fox & Franz with snowy mountains in the background.
Helicopter flying over Fox Glacier with Southern Alps in the background.
Helicopter flying over snow-covered mountains near Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.
Tourists on a snowy landing with a helicopter at Fox & Franz scenic flight.
Helicopter view of snow-capped mountains during scenic flight over Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.
Helicopter tour group on snowy mountain with Fox & Franz peaks in background.
Helicopter tour group on snowy Fox Glacier with mountain backdrop.
Helicopter landing on snowy terrain with people playing near Fox Glacier, New Zealand.
Helicopter on snowy mountain with Fox & Franz scenic flight options.
Helicopter tour at Fox & Franz with snowy mountains in the background.
Helicopter flying over Fox Glacier with Southern Alps in the background.
Helicopter flying over snow-covered mountains near Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.
Tourists on a snowy landing with a helicopter at Fox & Franz scenic flight.
Helicopter view of snow-capped mountains during scenic flight over Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.
Helicopter tour group on snowy mountain with Fox & Franz peaks in background.

Scenic Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing: Franz Josef Glacier

from
$196.98
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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30 min
  • Experience 20 minutes of sheer bliss as you fly away in a helicopter towards the Southern Alps, over the Franz Josef Glacier.
  • Meet at the helicopter base in Franz Josef Township, where you will take off.
  • Soak in the spectacular panoramic views over the town and surrounding landscapes as you fly up.
  • Once you get close to the picturesque mountains, marvel at the dramatic ice falls and deep crevasses.
  • Stop for a snow landing and capture the stunning snowscapes of Franz Josef Glacier.
  • Breathe in the fresh alpine air and use the opportunity to take photographs in this winter wonderland.
  • Note: please redeem your tickets at Fox Glacier Guiding - Glacier Tours & Adventures located on 44 Main Road, State Highway 6, Fox Glacier 7951, NZ.
  • Experience 20 minutes of sheer bliss as you fly away in a helicopter towards the Southern Alps, over the Franz Josef Glacier.
  • Meet at the helicopter base in Franz Josef Township, where you will take off.
  • Soak in the spectacular panoramic views over the town and surrounding landscapes as you fly up.
  • Once you get close to the picturesque mountains, marvel at the dramatic ice falls and deep crevasses.
  • Stop for a snow landing and capture the stunning snowscapes of Franz Josef Glacier.
  • Breathe in the fresh alpine air and use the opportunity to take photographs in this winter wonderland.
  • Note: please redeem your tickets at Fox Glacier Guiding - Glacier Tours & Adventures located on 44 Main Road, State Highway 6, Fox Glacier 7951, NZ.

Inclusions

Snow Landing

  • Scenic helicopter flight from Franz Josef Glacier Township
  • Snow landing in the mountains
  • Commentary from your expert pilot guide
  • Children under 8 aren't allowed.
  • Please leave your bags and other valuable belongings (e.g. passport and wallet) at the operator’s office or inside your car.
  • The availability, route, and length of your scenic flight will be dependent on weather conditions on the day.
  • It is illegal to use drones in the area. Personal cameras and GoPros are welcome.
  • Selfie sticks are not allowed to use around or in the helicopter.
  • Passengers are not allowed to use iPads to take photos during flights as they can impede the view of the pilot and other passengers.
  • Wear 3 to 4 layers of warm upper body clothing (no jeans), covered shoes (sneakers or trainers are fine) or hiking boots, and a warm hat and gloves.
  • Ensure that you bring along sunglasses, sunscreen, water, snacks (optional), and any essential medication.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.