Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201
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Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201
By Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters
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$650.39
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 0-99, max of 30 per group
Duration: 2h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
English
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide
- Headsets
- Helicopter flight
- Entry/Admission - Milford Sound
What's not included- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Departure details
- Traveler pickup is offered.
- 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
- 35 Lucas Place, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
- Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details- Returns to original departure 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: 9180P11- 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 experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201?
- Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201 price starts from $670.25. Discover and book Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201 on Tripadvisor
- What is the Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201 cancellation policy?
- Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201 cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201 on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201?
- Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201 is hosted by Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201 on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 2h. Discover and book Milford Sound Helicopter Flight with Glacier Landing from Queenstown - 201 on Tripadvisor
- 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: 9180P11
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Itinerary
- You'll start at35 Lucas PlaceOr, you can also get picked upSee departure details
- 1Milford SoundStop: 30 minutes - Admission includedSee details
- 2Milford SoundSee details
- You'll return to the starting point
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About the operator
Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters
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Queenstown, New Zealand
Joined in October 2010
#7 of 180 Outdoor Activities in Queenstown
- WilliamB225800A Magical Adventure in Middle-earth: Lord of the Rings + Glacier Explorer TourNew Zealand, with its breathtaking landscapes and cinematic allure, proved to be an exceptional destination, and our decision to embark on the Lord of the Rings + Glacier Explorer tour with Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters was an absolute highlight. This tour, a symphony of natural beauty and cinematic enchantment, left us spellbound from start to finish. Our journey began with a seamless pickup by the Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters' courtesy coach at our hotel. The anticipation mounted as we arrived at their office, conveniently located with direct access to our awaiting Airbus AS359 Squirrel Helicopter. The moment we stepped onto the tarmac and boarded the helicopter, our adventure took flight under the capable command of our pilot, Michael. As the rotors spun and we ascended into the sky, it felt as though we were riding a magical carpet. The vistas that unfolded before us were nothing short of breathtaking – soaring over majestic mountain ranges, soaring like eagles, and tracing the paths of the epic films that had brought this land to the world's attention. Michael skillfully maneuvered the helicopter, allowing us to savor a complete 360-degree panorama. Our first landing was in the alpine splendor of Hunter Mountains, affording us a glimpse of the iconic Lake Wakatipu – albeit partially shrouded in an enchanting inversion cloud layer. While the lake remained elusive, the rest of our flight brought us face to face with nature's grandeur. The subsequent glacier landing was an exhilarating venture onto fresh snow – reminiscent of the trials endured in the Redhorn Pass by characters we had come to love. We reveled in this winter wonderland, a playground for the child in each of us, and marveled at the pristine beauty of the mountain glacier. Our return journey wove through filming sites and breathtaking vistas, including a flight over the Shotover River gorge that had been transformed into the iconic Ford of Bruinen. Throughout the approximately 50-minute flight, every instant was punctuated with awe and wonder. Michael, our pilot and guide, exuded confidence and expertise. Beyond piloting the helicopter, he regaled us with tales of the filming process and the landscapes that had captured the imaginations of millions. He ensured our experiences at the landing sites were impeccable, even helping us capture the perfect photographs to commemorate our journey. In the embrace of the vast Southern Alps, our adventure had been not only an exploration of stunning scenery but also a pilgrimage to Middle-earth. For anyone enamored by the great outdoors, breathtaking views, and the enchantment of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films, this tour is an absolute must. Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters has crafted an experience that seamlessly melds the real and cinematic worlds, leaving you with memories that are bound to last a lifetime.
- benhulance100Incredible flight!We done the sunset flight and it was absolutely breathtaking! The whole team we’re incredible during the check in & safety m! The flight was on of the best scenic helis you can do anywhere in the world! Luke the pilot was very knowledgeable and you felt very safe! Over all incredible day!
- kimhZ9589MU00Special experienceWow, amazing experience, breathtaking scenery and land on untouched snow onto of Cecil peak. Truely spectacular. The landing, take of by Luke was so smooth.
- nessandkev00Highly recommendWe loved this tour! Our pilot Michael was excellent! Amazing views throughout the whole experience. Highly recommend
- W6524HPbrianh00LOTR + Glacier explorerThis was an awesome experience. The two landings were stunning. Michael our pilot was fantastic with a great commentary showing some great filming locations. The view of the landscape from above was outstanding.
- Sandiredhead00Amazing helicopter tour of Queenstown areaMy family had a fabulous experience. We were picked up close to our hotel and shuttled to the airport. Our pilot took great care of us and pointed out numerous points of interest during our flight. Our two mountain landings were perfect! It gave us an incredible view of the area surrounding Queenstown and was the highlight of our vacation!
- phillipf1201600Amazing experienceWhat an amazing day. Michael the pilot was great and knowledgeable about the area. The views were spectacular and we enjoyed every minute of the flight and the boat trip. It is worth every cent. We landed on top of a mountain covered in the snow. I would definitely recommend this flight and boat package
- Coggyrob00Amazing experienceThis was an amazing experience . Michael our pilot made us feel so safe and comfortable . He flew us over beautiful snow covered mountains , it was so beautiful , it did help that we had a great weather but still he was able to show us some blue ice and spectacular scenery which you just don’t see out of a plane window or from the ground .we landed on a glazier very high up with snow that just sparkled in the sun light .the company was great to deal with and so worth the trip . Thank you Michael and Crew .
- emmalouise358200Unforgettable!!As someone who has never been in a helicopter or seen a glacier before, this was an absolutely mind blowing experience! The team were great and the pilot was super calm and knowledgeable, and made the extra effort to make sure I got lots of photos of myself at the landing because I was flying solo. The Glacial Explorer trip was quick and convenient to fit in to a busy schedule but it didn’t feel rushed. I work in a local hotel so this will be on the top of my list when recommending & booking activities for guests!! Thank you again!!!
- 895kenw00An absolute must-do experience!Had an amazing time. Luke and the team looked after us and gave us an incredible experience. Great views on the way up and back and to get out and wander around on the glacier was a once in a lifetime opportunity. Highly recommend.
- Odyssey2970708873500Amazing ExperienceHad my girlfriend surprise me with this event as anniversary gift as we are on holidays to further celebrate. Pilot, Jamie was professional and made the experience comforting and fun! Must try while in Queenstown for a potential once in a lifetime opportunity. Taking photos from mountain top view was my highlight from this trip.
- owl80800The best way to enjoy Milford Sound & Fiordland in New Zealand!!! A must do tour!The best way to see remote areas of the South Island, worth every penny! New Zealand is awesomely beautiful, & unique in the world. Helicoptering to Milford Sound is the highlight of my visit to NZ. The ride was smooth, the views spectacular, we got to land on a glacier, and see the fiords and waterfalls from a bird’s eye view! I’m retired from the helicopter industry, so I searched all the companies & found that Glacier Southern Lakes has the most experienced pilots, newest aircraft, and a great safety culture. Our pilot Michael is fantastic, sharing the view with both sides of the aircraft, great knowledge and experience, super smooth and safe flying! My videos were smooth like the Lord of the Rings movies-flying over the mountains- because Michael’s flying is so good. Keep in mind the weather has to cooperate too and you don’t have control over Mother Nature. Stay flexible with an open mind while booking, book at the beginning of your stay in Queenstown, so you have flexibility to change to another day if the weather is not favorable. Yes, helicopter tours are pricey, but this is a once in a lifetime experience, and helicopters are sometimes the only way to get to remote areas and scenery. The impact and beauty of New Zealand will remain with me for the rest of my life because of this tour. Thanks to Michael, Lucy, Jhalak, Katherine, and Richie of Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters, for your hospitality and help in setting up my tour. I’ll definitely recommend you to all who want to fly and have an amazing experience!!!!
- PaulB1230400Amazing Glacier FlightJamie was amazing. Really friendly the whole experience was epic. We will be bringing our with us next time
- PaulM72400A must do.I found their operation very professional , from Luke picking us up , the Girls at the counter to our Pilot Will who was fantastic. We did the helicopter flight landing on a glacier which is a must do in Queenstown . It was pristine
- ElenaY735000Amazing! Do This if you can!This was a last minute booking for my birthday and GSLH were able to squeeze me on to one of their afternoon LOTR flights. All I can say is it turned out to be one of the highlights of my whole trip! Not a lot of LOTR content but the scenery and the thrill of my first helicopter flight eclipsed that. Will definitely be back again soon to do another helicopter tour with these guys. Great customer service with pick up and drop off options for Queenstown.
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Martin S
Auckland, New Zealand17 contributions
Jul 2020
We had a superb blue sky day for this trip which was totally awesome. Our pilot Alfie took us up close to the peaks and pointed out all of the highlights along the way. We landed on the glacier which was like being on top of the world, before departing to fly down through the green valleys on the west coast. We landed on a beach at the entrance to Milford Sound for a quick photo stop, before we were off again, flying the length of the majestic Milford Sound. We then landed at Milford got a takeaway coffee and took a few photos. It was then back to Queenstown to end a truly memorable trip. What a great trip made even better by a superb pilot who was very knowledgeable and fun to chat with..
Written July 21, 2020
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GlacierSouthernLakes
Kia Ora Martin,
Thank you for your review.
It is wonderful to hear you had such an amazing trip with Alfie, he is a very talented pilot!
We hope to see you again in the future!
Written August 30, 2020
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RRmeeting
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL3 contributions
Feb 2020
Amazing tour of Milford Sound, the Southern Alps, and stunning NZ terrain. Very personable and informative pilot. I was delayed by bad weather for 2 days before finally making the flight. The office staff went out of their way to put me on a flight given my tight schedule before departing from New Zealand in the afternoon. This part of NZ reminds me of Lake Tahoe on steroids. Highly recommend letting these guys help you explore it.
Written February 29, 2020
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GlacierSouthernLakes
Kia ora!
Thank you so much for your review!
We are so pleased to hear you had incredible trip and we were able to fight the weather!
We hope to see you again in the future!
Written March 8, 2020
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BlueJewelExplorer
Sydney, Australia44 contributions
Sep 2022
I flew solo while my wife and daughter were skiing which is a shame as this was more remarkable than their skiing on the Remarkables.
We decided that this trip would not be suitable for our 5yr old daughter but I look forward to the day when I can go with her as it is a magical experience.
The highlight for me was landing on the mountainside.
Will, was the name of our pilot. He was down to earth, friendly and informative throughout the trip which was great!
It was my first helicopter flight and I can't imagine another beating this experience.
The views from this flying perspective of the snow-capped mountains, turquoise rivers, glacial ice and of course middle earth itself are unmatched in magnificence.
This adventure flight is great value for money and dealings with the business was hassle free.
Small recommendation - At the end of the trip when the photo is offered for purchase it would be a nice touch to add the digital version. This can be emailed and will surely provide more value than the printed photo alone. Not to mention that the digital version would be used in reviews and social media - free marketing guys.
We decided that this trip would not be suitable for our 5yr old daughter but I look forward to the day when I can go with her as it is a magical experience.
The highlight for me was landing on the mountainside.
Will, was the name of our pilot. He was down to earth, friendly and informative throughout the trip which was great!
It was my first helicopter flight and I can't imagine another beating this experience.
The views from this flying perspective of the snow-capped mountains, turquoise rivers, glacial ice and of course middle earth itself are unmatched in magnificence.
This adventure flight is great value for money and dealings with the business was hassle free.
Small recommendation - At the end of the trip when the photo is offered for purchase it would be a nice touch to add the digital version. This can be emailed and will surely provide more value than the printed photo alone. Not to mention that the digital version would be used in reviews and social media - free marketing guys.
Written October 1, 2022
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Hi BlueJewelExplorer,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your latest trip with us.
We look forward to flying your wife and daughter in the near future. We know they will absolutely love it!
I will certainly pass on your kind words to Pilot Will, We are very proud of our pilots and so glad you had an incredible flight with him.
Thank you very much for your feedback on the photos. We will take this into consideration. We love providing the hard copies as it is so rare now a days for people to print photos, its a real special thing to take away with them.
Thank you again for your review and we look forward to flying you again soon!
Kind regards,
Tegan
Written October 2, 2022
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Warwick D
Levin, New Zealand6 contributions
Jun 2020
This was an excellent foray across the Southern Alps, incorporating a short visit and bushwalk in Milford Sound, and a glacier stop. Very professionally managed; the flying involved no cowboy heroics. Recommended.
Written June 25, 2020
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GlacierSouthernLakes
Kia Ora Warwick
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positives review - it is great to hear you had a fantastic time!
Thank you for choosing to fly with us!!
Written June 28, 2020
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wnzsmith
Winchester, New Zealand5 contributions
Jul 2020
Absolutely awesome experience with a fabulous pilot, in a beautiful setting. Snow landing was amazing, knee deep in fresh powder! This will be a never forgotten trip, so pleased we chose to fly with Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters.
Thanks so much guys for making it happen for us, you are fantastic!
Thanks so much guys for making it happen for us, you are fantastic!
Written July 20, 2020
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GlacierSouthernLakes
Kia ora,
Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear you had a wonderful experience with us and hope to see you fly with us again in the future.
Written August 30, 2020
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Laura R
Toronto, Ontario34 contributions
Mar 2020
Bill took us into Milford Sound to walk around - Spectacular. Then we landed on a remote beach in Milford Sound then we took off again and landed on a glacier. This was a remarkable experience seeing New Zealand Queenstown and Milford Sound area by air. We had a pristine blue bird day so visibility was fantastic. Thanks for an epic adventure
Written March 24, 2020
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Chris S
Melbourne, Australia6 contributions
This experience exceeded all of our expectations by a large factor. The pilot (Luke) was very informative and welcoming, making the experience feel even more personalised. The scenery is a just amazing and the helicopter allowed us to se aspects of the landscape not otherwise possible from any other vantage point. The glacier landing was a real thrill and to be on top of a high peak only accessible via helicopter is a surreal experience. Overall the experience was worth every cent!
Written January 22, 2023
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Hi Chris,
Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience with us, sounds like you had a wonderful day with Pilot Luke who flew you to some pretty incredible locations! I will certainly pass along your kind words to him.
Thank you again for choosing to fly with GSLH!
Kind regards,
Tegan
Written January 22, 2023
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Dionne N
6 contributions
May 2021
We have never been in a helicopter before and it was the most incredible experience! Matt, the pilot was totally awesome - he made our trip great fun and very educational. The team on the ground, were responsive, friendly and professional.
We loved the glacier landing, trip to Milford Sounds and the West Coast beach. Magic!
We would love to fly with you again and we highly recommend you!
Thanks for the great flight.
JC and Dee
We loved the glacier landing, trip to Milford Sounds and the West Coast beach. Magic!
We would love to fly with you again and we highly recommend you!
Thanks for the great flight.
JC and Dee
Written May 17, 2021
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GlacierSouthernLakes
Hi Dionne,
Thank you for your lovely words! We are glad to hear we could make your first helicopter experience such a memorable one. I will pass your review onto Matt as well.
Kind regards,
Written May 18, 2021
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Victoria
1 contribution
Aug 2021 • Couples
First time on a helicopter, and I think, so far, the best one that we'll ever experience!
Beautiful views and very educated and friendly pilot that was showing us around (unfortunately forgot his name). Milford Sound was beautiful, all people and capitain are very friendly. Experience that you should feel at least once in your life.
We went on 9th of August, the best thing to do before level 4 lockdown 😀
Beautiful views and very educated and friendly pilot that was showing us around (unfortunately forgot his name). Milford Sound was beautiful, all people and capitain are very friendly. Experience that you should feel at least once in your life.
We went on 9th of August, the best thing to do before level 4 lockdown 😀
Written August 31, 2021
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GlacierSouthernLakes
Hi Victoria,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so glad you had such a special experience with us, we hope to see you back again one day.
Kind regards,
Ruby
Written September 6, 2021
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David Shipton
2 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
We had an amazing time today with Jeremy as our pilot and guide. From spectacular mountain views to a secluded beach landing it was everything we had wished for. Glaciers and Milford Sound were fantastic. Jeremy was a wonderful host and really enhanced the experience. Highly recommended and well worth the price.
Written July 19, 2020
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GlacierSouthernLakes
Kia Ora,
Thank you for your kind review. We are glad to hear you had such great time with Jeremy!
Written August 30, 2020
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