Pure Fiordland

Experience

Pure Fiordland

  • Allow 2 hours
  • $1220

Experience the beauty of Fiordland National park, with 3 incredible landings and aerial views of lakes, waterfalls and the exclusive Earnslaw Burn.

Highlights

  • Bird’s eye view of Milford Sound
  • Alpine & Alpine Lake landings
  • View Lake Quill and Sutherland Falls – 580m/1,900 ft waterfall
  • Experience the Earnslaw Burn – we are the only company permitted to land at Earnslaw Burn

Experience the untouched paradise of Fiordland with a breathtaking flight into this world-renowned national park. Begin with stunning views of Lake Erskine before flying over the Milford Track to New Zealand's tallest waterfall, the towering Sutherland Falls. Descend into Milford Sound, surrounded by ancient forests and dramatic cliffs, and land on an alpine environment, taking in aerial views of Milford Sound.

As you return towards Glenorchy, soar over Mount Tutoko, the highest peak in Fiordland National Park. The journey concludes with a landing in the grand Earnslaw Burn, our exclusive landing location where you will experience a “hanging” glacier and cascade into the basin with views of blue ice and seasonal waterfalls.

Fiordland National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, spans over 1.2 million hectares of dramatic landscapes, deep fiords, and dense rainforests. Home to iconic landmarks like Milford Sound and unique wildlife, Fiordland offers an extraordinary experience of New Zealand's natural beauty. This flight combines thrilling aerial views with intimate encounters with nature, showcasing Fiordland's splendour from every angle.

*In winter months (June – August) the Earnslaw Burn does not have as many fast flowing waterfalls compared to our spring and summer months (September – March). It is still a stunning and magical location to visit during winter as there is usually extra snow coverage on the glacier and throughout the valley.

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

Transport from 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.