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Milford Sound Flyover

Experience the ‘Eighth Wonder of the Word’ by air as you fly over the majestic Milford Sound on a scenic helicopter flight.
Milford Sound Flyover

Highlights

  • Scenic helicopter flight over Milford Sound

  • Spectacular views

  • Photo opportunities

  • Experienced pilot with live commentary

  • See the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' by air

  • Fly over ancient glaciers and cascading waterfalls

Visit the famous Milford Sound on a scenic helicopter flight from Glenorchy flying across the majestic landscape of the Southern Alps. The region is often referred to as the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’ and once passengers are up in the air, they’ll understand why. Fly over magnificent fiords carved by ancient glaciers to spot cascading waterfalls, unique wildlife and sheer cliffs clad with native beech forest.

The spectacular glaciers and hidden lakes begin to reveal themselves as you cruise closer to Milford Sound and Mitre Peak. Before you return to Glenorchy, stop for a brief photo opportunity on the Upper Humboldt Mountain Range for panoramic views of Glenorchy and beyond. Flights depart at 10.30am and 3.30pm. Be quick, reserve your spot online for this popular Milford Sound helicopter tour.

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Inclusions

  • Scenic helicopter flight
  • Spectacular views and photo opportunities

Highlights

  • Spectacular views of Milford Sound
  • Panoramic views of Glenorchy
  • Experience the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' by air

Time

  • This experience departs at 10:30am and 3:30pm

Duration

  • Please allow approximately 50 minutes for this experience

Departure Location

  • All flights depart from Heli Glenorchy at 35 Mull Street, Glenorchy, New Zealand

What To Bring

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

Additional Information

  • Minimum passenger numbers apply
  • Tour operator reserves the right to up-grade passengers or merge flights for operational reasons or flight management purposes if required
  • Occasionally flight paths or landing locations may alter at the pilot’s discretion
  • Flights are also weather dependent
  • 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

Cancellation Policy

  • A minimum of 24 hours notice is required if you chose to cancel your booking.
  • Any cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice will incur a 50% fee.
  • If no notice is given and passengers ‘no-show’ for the flight, 100% of the fare will be charged.
  • If we have to cancel your flight due to bad weather, no fees are incurred.

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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