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Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand

We will fly you from Queenstown over the Southern Alps with breathtakingly spectacular and endless panoramic views of lakes, forested river valleys, waterfalls, jagged razor-backed...

4 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2,056)
from
$472.48

Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise from Wanaka
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Wanaka, New Zealand

Fly further and see more when you fly with us from Wanaka. Fly to Milford Sound through two of New Zealand’s most picturesque national parks....

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (77)
from
$468.99

Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Kaikoura, New Zealand

Discover Kaikōura’s world renowned sperm whales & marine life with an unforgettable Whale Watching Flight. From above, you’ll have the ultimate vantage point to admire...

40 minutesFree Cancellation
40 minutesFree Cancellation
40 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (217)
from
$179.11

Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

From sea level rising to the heart of the magnificent Southern Alps, this 25-minute helicopter flight explores the awe-inspiring ice falls of the Franz Josef...

25 minutesFree Cancellation
25 minutesFree Cancellation
25 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (222)
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$239.72

Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Glacier Country Helicopters is a local, family owned and operated company based in Franz Josef, on the West Coast of New Zealand. Husband and wife...

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 20 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (364)
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$297.96

Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown
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Likely to Sell Out
Queenstown, New Zealand

You are guaranteed a window seat with unimpaired views as you fly this incredible route to and from Milford Sound through a landscape of unbelievable...

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (662)
from
$468.99

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
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Likely to Sell Out
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (578)
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$546.40

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)
Queenstown, New Zealand

Milford Sound is an area of extraordinary natural beauty. It offers a majestic fiord, dramatic and awe-inspiring scenery and prolific flora and fauna. This tour...

5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (683)
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$540.28

Tasman Experience and Skydive | Combo
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Likely to Sell Out
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Land on a glacier in a Helicopter and jump out of plane! The best views of New Zealand are from the sky, and the ultimate...

30 to 120 minutesFree Cancellation
30 to 120 minutesFree Cancellation
30 to 120 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$444.96

Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown
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Likely to Sell Out
Queenstown, New Zealand

Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound and enjoy a spectacular view of the mountains, lakes and waterfalls of Fiordland National Park. Surrounded by some of...

5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (384)
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$456.90

45-Minute Mount Cook Ski Plane and Helicopter Combo Tour
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Likely to Sell Out
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu), New Zealand

*WORLD EXCLUSIVE FLIGHT* Join this tour for the unique opportunity to fly in both a Ski Plane and Helicopter, the only flight like it in...

45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (114)
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$341.82

Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing
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Likely to Sell Out
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Take in truly magnificent views of Franz Josef Glacier and surrounds with this helicopter flight. See lush rainforest, the amazing glacier, and the impressive Southern...

25 minutesFree Cancellation
25 minutesFree Cancellation
25 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (215)
from
$239.79

Premium Milford Sound Tour Including Cruise, Flight & Lunch
Queenstown, New Zealand

This small group day trip includes a stunning boutique Milford Sound cruise and an amazing scenic flight back to Queenstown. Highlights: •Bus tour From Queenstown...

9 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
9 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (238)
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$532.40

Queenstown: Pilot's Choice Helicopter Flight with alpine landing
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Likely to Sell Out
Queenstown, New Zealand

Indulge in a bird's eye view of Queenstown and her surrounding mountains. Alpine landing our pilot will choose the best location on the day. Experience...

25 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
25 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
25 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (170)
from
$239.72

Queenstown: Southern Glacier 50-Minute Helicopter Flight
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Likely to Sell Out
Queenstown, New Zealand

Soar over the majestic Southern Alps on a 50-minute breathtaking helicopter flight from Queenstown. Discover the mystery of Lake Wakatipu's northern shores, before experiencing a...

50 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
50 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
50 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (132)
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$523.13

25-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown
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Likely to Sell Out
Queenstown, New Zealand

Experience the best view in town. Land on the Remarkables spur, overlooking Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin with Coronet and Cecil Peaks in the distance....

25 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
25 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
25 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (107)
from
$187.84

Milford Sound Scenic Fly & Explore Day Trip from Queenstown
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Likely to Sell Out
Queenstown, New Zealand

A chance to do Milford differently and capture a different perspective away from the crowds. You will have the opportunity to explore the shores for...

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (161)
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$387.55

Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight
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Likely to Sell Out
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier on this 35-minute helicopter flight...

35 minutesFree Cancellation
35 minutesFree Cancellation
35 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (146)
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$299.38

Franz Josef: Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
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Likely to Sell Out
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Marvel at some of New Zealand’s most amazing scenery on this once-in-a-lifetime 30-minute helicopter flight over the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. Enjoy panoramic views...

35 minutesFree Cancellation
35 minutesFree Cancellation
35 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (171)
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$299.38

Mount Cook and The Glaciers 55-Minute Helicopter Flight
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Likely to Sell Out
Aoraki Mount Cook (Mount Cook Village), New Zealand

Our premier flight over the Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park and its vast glaciers and snowfields. See the ancient waters of the Tasman Glacier...

55 minutesFree Cancellation
55 minutesFree Cancellation
55 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (131)
from
$532.07

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