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Doubtful Experience Private Helicopter Charter from Queenstown
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Doubtful Experience Private Helicopter Charter from Queenstown

By Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters
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Experience the vastness of Doubtful Sound, three times longer and ten times larger than Milford Sound by flying out to the Tasman Sea on route to a gourmet lunch and wine in remote alpine wilderness before returning to Queenstown via even more outstanding scenery from Fiordland National Park.

Ages 0-120
Duration: 3h 30m
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Guide
  • Headsets
  • Private Helicopter flight
  • Gourmet lunch & wine
  • Lunch
What's not included
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • Queenstown Snowmobiles, 35 Lucas Place, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Pickup details
  • Will self-drive Pick up location TBC Kamana Lakehouse Mercure Queenstown Resort Heritage Queenstown (bus stop) Crowne Plaza Queenstown I-Site Millennium Hotel (Bus stop) Pounamu Apartments The Rees Hotel Sherwood Bus Stop (Frankton Rd) The Hilton Resort & Spa
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Wheelchair accessible
      • Near public transportation
      • Infants must sit on laps
      • Infant seats available
      • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 9180P15

      • Children must be accompanied by an adult
      • Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat (infants aged under three years old sit on adult's lap)
      • Due to comfort and weight/balance of the aircraft, passengers must supply accurate weights upon booking
      • Most travelers can participate
      • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
      • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 9180P15

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      • Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters
        1,006
        Queenstown, New Zealand
        Joined in October 2010
      • Chantelle D
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Incredible experience
        What an incredible experience for our first trip to Queenstown! We saw the most beautiful sites from the sky and on the ground. Being in the helicopter, flying in and out of the clouds, and seeing the snow capped mountains was breathtaking. This was also our first helicopter flight which pilot Jeremy made so memorable. We were fortunate to make all 3 landings, beach, Milford town, and Bryant Glacier basin.
        Written November 5, 2024
      • Elaine H
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Remarkable and Magical
        This was truly a once in a lifetime remarkable experience from start to finish. Our pilot Michael was amazing, super friendly, informative and was more than happy to take pictures. I can not recommend this enough if you are in Queenstown.
        Written October 28, 2024
      • O9585EAchristinew
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Wow. Just Wow.
        Our light plane flight to Milford Sound did not go ahead due to weather. Walked into Glacier Helicopters and they helped us with a flight to Milford sound. Landed and had time for a walk around. Return flight - landed in alpine snow. Such a great experience from start to finish. Reception staff exceptional. Pilot (Cody) professional, skilled and I felt very safe. Worth every cent and won’t forget this amazing experience.
        Written October 26, 2024
      • robr232
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Modern helicopter and great communication
        This was the second helicopter trip for us in a few days. Nice modern helicopter, tried to maximise views for all people. We were again lucky with the weather as the following day was constant rain and low clouds. The trip itself was good up to the top, landing for photo opportunities over Queenstown. Pilot was very informative. Overall good experience.
        Written October 23, 2024
      • janenevill
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        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Surreal
        What an experience with a hefty price tag Not 5 star because of following It’s a stretch of the imagination really to say lord of the rings tour! Yes you do see some of the locations but … They give you a booklet per couple to read as you are boarding I’m squashed In the front with some lady trying not to move and husband is sat in the back with book! We sat In reception for 15 mins before boarding maybe hand out a book each to look at before as once your on you want to look at sights not read a book. Would have been nice to have option to take book away Pilot found some deer on mountain top circled them poor deers panicked I felt the welfare of the dear wasn’t taken into account! However positives did 2 landing first one on a ridge don’t ask me how the helicopter didn’t fall off! 2 nd landing on snow was told it’s not glacier it’s melting snow. Very surreal experience getting out so peaceful and humbling just stupidly had none waterproof trainers on so soggy feet oops. Pilot took lots of photos at both landings 4 of us on trip so everyone had good views. Have to say the seat in front is tiny originally I was on outside but the handle dug in my leg so there was no way I could sit there so swapped to inside and other lady fitted fine but think it helped I sat right over to give her room not what happened when I was on Outside
        Written October 18, 2024
      • AHJYEO
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing experience
        I flew with Glacier Southern lakes twice this. once in early August with my daughter and just again in October with my wife and other daughter. Both times were amazing experiences. From the booking process to confirmation of the flight on the day based on weather conditions to the trip itself was smooth, well organised with very friendly and polite staff throughout. Our pilot Alfie is an amazing pilot and his skill in flying was clearly palpable. The landing on the glacier was a breathtaking experience on both occasions. and the flight to Milford sounds over the whole region of mountains and lakes was glorious too. I would highly recommend and concur with the high ratings and reviews from many other customers, and would love to fly with them again when we are next back in Queenstown.
        Written October 17, 2024
      • stephenf545
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sunset flight to the Remarkables.
        Michael our pilot was excellent. The flight up was picturesque and breathtaking. We had an amazing time up in the snow and had an amazing experience.
        Written October 8, 2024
      • J8308ZTangeliqueg
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Unforgettable Alpine Flight: Perfect Couple’s Adventure!
        My partner and I had an absolutely phenomenal scenic alpine flight experience! The views were stunning, and it made for a truly memorable couple’s adventure. Our flight instructor was not only skilled but also incredibly cool, taking pictures of us throughout the journey, which made it even more special. The transport was well-organized, and the customer service was exceptional — the receptionist staff even reached out when I nearly lost my driver’s license. It was a perfect day for both of us, and we highly recommend it for couples looking for a unique and unforgettable experience!
        Written October 5, 2024
      • Vacationer583751
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dream flight team
        We took two flights with these guys and were so impressed by their calm, cheerful professionalism and knowledge of the local area. The first time, they delivered us to a sunny mountain top so we could get married on a freezing winter's day. Our toddler got cold, so the pilots sat inside a helicopter with her, chatting away. The second time was to Milford Sound with a glacier landing on the way back. We need to give kudos to Cody for his photo skills - he took so many great pics of us at each landing. Thank you so much! We felt like we were in safe hands the whole time.
        Written September 28, 2024
      • Chris M
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Just book it !
        Awesome experience well worth the price. Very comfortable flight and sensational views of Queenstown and surrounds. Highly recommended.
        Written September 25, 2024
      • jamietD394FA
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Wedding anniversary was REMARKABLE!
        The service right from confirmation phone call through to our pilot taking our photo and having it printed for when we landed was exceptional! The flight there was picturesque and the pilots commentary as we flew over various parts was appreciated. Although I was nervous about flying in a helicopter, I LOVED the experience! My husband and I enjoyed celebrating our wedding anniversary like we were on top of the world, it truly was remarkable!
        Written September 16, 2024
      • Mobile04261327872
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        What a great experience
        Amazing experience highly recommend it to anyone and Will our pilot was great! Unbelievable views on the mountain ranges
        Written September 7, 2024
      • judithlR8143FN
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        a Queenstown must
        truly the best experience of our lives. our pilot was fantastic and the staff helpful and very nice. a must do when in queenstown. landing on the snow was fabulous and our pilot took heaps of photos for us to take back home. felt very safe and the views omg
        Written September 3, 2024
      • Passport19759860461
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Milford Sound by sky - highly recommend!
        One of the most incredible experiences we have had to date. Milford Sound is a once in a lifetime, highly recommend for anyone especially if you are short on time, a few hours and being able to take in the incredible views, two landings and commentary along the way is well worth the money. Thankyou!!
        Written August 30, 2024
      • natal13c
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        10/10 experience
        Amazing experience - alpine landing was unreal! We were picked up from our accommodation and check in and safety briefing was seamless. Will was a knowledgeable pilot and made us feel safe.
        Written August 22, 2024
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      SveaSteel
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic day out with these guys. Great customer service, very friendly and accommodating. Had the most amazing day. Would highly recommend them. Faultless service
      Written February 6, 2021
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      Hi Sveasteel, It looks like you had an amazing day out, you definitely booked one of our most spectacular trips so I'm glad you loved it. Thank you for your lovely feedback.
      Written February 12, 2021
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