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Activities by Air

Take to the sky and explore Queenstown and the surrounding regions by air! Queenstown helicopter tours and flying activities are bucket-list for many Queenstown visitors, and we’ve put together some of the best unique helicopter flights and scenic flights to offer a little inspiration to our guests. Explore pristine locations and spectacular scenery and uncover hidden gems as you fly over Queenstown, the Southern Alps, Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound and more!

Earnslaw Burn Heli & Picnic

Elevate your picnic experience to an extraordinary level on the Earnslaw Burn Picnic helicopter flight. This unparalelled adventure combines the thrill of a Queenstown helicopter flight with dining in one of New Zealand's most awe-inspiring settings: the hanging glacier of Earnslaw Burn. This is a unique opportunity to basque beneath a wall of waterfalls and the blue ice of the Earnslaw glacier, otherwise only accessible via an 8 hour hike!

Pilot's Choice Queenstown

For those of you short on time, but stil big on experiences - this is for you. A 25 minute experience, soaring high above The Remarkables mountain range and Wakatipu basin. Capture the lake and surroundings in all its glory with a 15 minute flight and 10 minute landing!

Milford Sound & The Glaciers

Fly through the Grandeur of the Alps, over rainforests, frozen lakes, glaciers and majestic Milford to enjoy an alpine landing next to a glacier. A jaw dropping experience in so many ways, you won't believe your own eyes.

Milford Sound Express Flight

Embark on an unforgettable adventure and get a bird’s eye view of the iconic Milford Sound. Lift off from our hangar and watch as the Wakatipu basin unfolds before you, climbing over Queenstown and crossing the Richardson Mountains on your way to Milford Sound. Fly over the forested Holyford Valey and marvel at numerous alpine lakes before enjoying an alpine landing at a remote location. There's no better way to experience Milford Sound than by helicopter, you'l create memories to last a lifetime.

Milford Sound Heli Morning Cruise

Indulge in a one-of-a-kind experience with a Heli-Cruise, a luxurious way to explore Milford Sound. Begin with a scenic helicopter flight that takes you soaring over the region's stunning glacial valleys, before landing directly on the Fiordland Jewel's exclusive helipad. From there, enjoy a private cruise through the fjord, where you’ll have front-row seats to the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife that make Milford Sound so remarkable. As you cruise, enjoy some light refreshments, freshly prepared by the onboard chef.