Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly from Queenstown

No trip to the South Island is complete without visiting the breathtakingly beautiful Milford Sound. The fiord itself extends 16km inland from the Tasman Sea, with sheer granite cliffs extending up to 1700m above sea level. Like all the fiords and valleys in the Fiordland National Park, Milford was carved by five different glacier actions during the last great ice age 75,000 to 14,000 years ago. Some glaciers still remain, with the large blue cracking ice-falls providing a stark contrast to the rainforests below. With between seven and eight metres of rainfall per year, Milford Sound is the wettest place in New Zealand. The lush rainforests cling to the cliff faces while seals, and the occasional dolphins and penguin ply the waters below. You’ll leave from Queenstown Airport for the Fly-Cruise-Fly Milford Sound tour, with a guaranteed window seat, soaring across three mountain ranges, magnificent alpine valleys, lakes and glaciers into Fiordland National Park, New Zealand’s largest National Park. After arriving overhead Milford Sound, we will descend into the fjord to give you a close up of the features that make up this unique landscape before landing at Milford Sound Airport. Your pilot will escort you to the boat terminal to join our cruise boat partners, JUCY Cruise, on the Gem or Maiden to enjoy a 1hr 45min cruise of the fjord. Your journey will take you out to the Tasman Sea where you’ll encounter some of the wildlife that makes up this region. Expect to see seals and occasionally dolphins and penguins as you pass close to magnificent waterfalls and sheer granite cliffs, while your skipper provides you with a detailed and entertaining commentary of the region and its history. Berthing back at the wharf, you’ll be met by your pilot and escorted back to your awaiting aircraft. After leaving Milford, you’ll climb out over more snow-capped mountains on a different flight path, returning over Lake Wakatipu and descending back into Queenstown. Our pilots pride themselves on providing an entertaining and knowledgeable commentary covering the entire flight. They love what they do and they will go out of their way to make you feel special on your Milford Sound tours. We can provide courtesy transport to and from your accommodation and Queenstown Airport, and we have free parking available should you choose to drive yourself.

This scenic flight to Milford Sound guarantees you a window seat, giving you the best spot to see mountain ranges, alpine valleys, lake and glaciers

Discover why Milford Sound is one of the most breathtaking parts of New Zealand, seeing it from both above and within

Let your dreams take flight as you explore Milford Sound's breathtaking frozen landscapes from above

Discover the ultimate adventure in Queenstown with a scenic flight and cruise through the icy wonderland of Milford Sound

Discover a world of natural wonders as you cruise through Milford Sound, a place where dreams come true. Photo by Maria

This experience includes an 1hr 45 min cruise to enjoy the fiords and sail out to the Tasman Sea, expect to see seals, dolphins and penguins as you sail through Milford Sound

Unlock the wonders of Milford Sound with an unforgettable aerial and cruise adventure

Fly through the spectacular Milford Sound and enjoy a close up view before landing at Milford Airport

Create memories that will last a lifetime as you embark on a magical adventure through Milford Sound and be captivated! Photo by Maria

Embark on an awe-inspiring adventure to Milford Sound, where nature's beauty knows no bounds. Photo by Shiqi

Take to the skies and set sail for Milford Sound, a journey you won't soon forget!

Whilst on your cruise your skipper will provide you with a detailed and entertaining commentary of the region and its history

Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of Milford Sound on a thrilling flying adventure. Photo by Maria

The dramatic landscapes of Milford Sound by a serene cruise on its pristine waters

Discover hidden gems and charming towns while soaring through the skies in style