Milford Alps to Ocean

Experience

Milford Alps to Ocean

  • Allow 1 hour 15 mins
  • $990

Journey from towering mountain peaks to the rugged west coast. Experience salty ocean air and the lush native flora and fauna of Milford Sound. This is a shared experience.

Highlights

  • Touch down on a remote and rugged West Coast Beach
  • Feel the tranquility from views of flora and fauna to hearing the calming sound of ocean waves crashing
  • Aerial views of Milford Sound and Fiordland

Embark on an extraordinary journey from towering mountains to the rugged coast, experiencing the thrill of a glacier flyover as we traverse the length of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea. Departing from Glenorchy, marvel at dramatic cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and lush rainforests.

Land on a remote West Coast beach to breathe in the fresh sea air before flying back and touching down on a remote alpine location. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Dart River and Lake Whakatipu from this serene vantage point.

This adventure combines thrilling aerial exploration with tranquil landings through the beautiful and unforgettable Fiordland National Park, showcasing New Zealand's most spectacular scenery and creating unforgettable memories.

Te Reo Māori

  • Milford Sound - Piopiotahi
  • Glenorchy - Tāhuna
  • Fiordland - Te Rua-o-te-moko
  • Dart River - Awa-whakatipu, Te

Prices listed are for shared experiences with others. To book a private charter, click here. 

 

Transport to Queenstown

We offer complimentary return transport from Queenstown return. Please make sure to book this in addition to your flight experience. 

If you are self-driving, it will take approximately one hour to drive from downtown Queenstown to Glenorchy. 

What to bring?

As you will be enjoying an alpine environment we recommend you:

  • 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. Heli Glenorchy 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. Weather checks are to be made one hour prior to departure by phoning 0800 4354 49. If we cannot fly due to weather, we will offer alternative options. 

Cancellations

Any cancellations made within 24 hours of departure will incur a 50% cancellation fee. If passengers ‘no-show’ for a flight, 100% of the fare will apply. If we cannot operate due to weather and as a result, passengers are unable to fly, no cancellation fees will apply.

Your journey

Book flight

Flight options are for a minimum of 2 people.

Prices

Subject to change without notice. Valid until 30 September 2025.

Child Prices

Aged 3 –11.
Child prices are 70% of the adult fare.


Infant prices are 50% of the adult fare.

Payments

As all flights are weather dependent so no payment is taken until the time of your flight. A 2% surcharge will apply to all credit and contactless transactions made at the counter.