Fiordland is home to some of New Zealand’s most beautiful and dramatic scenery. It’s no surprise that many travellers say their flight over Fiordland is one of the most memorable moments of their entire trip.
A scenic flight by fixed-wing plane or helicopter offers unparalleled views of this remote wilderness and is highly recommended by our travel experts. From the air, Fiordland’s vast scale and natural beauty are revealed in a truly unforgettable way.
Air Milford specialises in Milford Sound scenic flights and offers a variety of flight seeing options. Based in Queenstown, they also operate flights to Doubtful Sound, Mount Cook and the surrounding alpine regions, making them an excellent choice for South Island sightseeing.
The Southern Alps are particularly impressive when viewed from above. The range includes New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki / Mount Cook, which rises to 3,754 metres. With more than sixteen peaks exceeding 3,000 metres, the landscape offers dramatic snow-covered summits and rugged alpine terrain - a spectacular sight for flight seeing visitors.
Fiordland Helicopters offer scenic helicopter flights across the most spectacular areas of Fiordland World Heritage National Park. Flights include iconic Milford Sound as well as the lesser-visited Doubtful and Dusky Sounds.
With National Park concessions allowing multiple landings, Fiordland Helicopters offer exceptional flexibility in flight paths and landing locations. Unlike standard scenic routes, they are not restricted to designated landing sites. This freedom, combined with the pilots’ extensive local knowledge, allows guests to experience the very best of Fiordland from unique and breathtaking perspectives.
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