Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown

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Queenstown, New Zealand
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4 to 5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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 the most magnificent scenery in the world, you’ll board your cruise and travel the length of the fiord out to Tasman Sea. Complete your journey with an unforgettable flight over the dramatic Southern Alps back to Queenstown.

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Free parking for those self driving
  • Round trip fixed wing scenic flights from Queenstown
  • Lunch
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Meeting and Pickup

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Please call Milford Sound Scenic Flight for the final weather check 1hr 30mins before the departure time you have booked for. Hotel pick-up commences from 5mins after the weather check time for your flight. Please check email confirmation from operator stating closest pickup location and time. If you are staying at a location not listed or wish to self drive out to their Base, please contact Milford Sound Scenic Flights directly, and they will advise you the best option available for you.

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Meeting point

39 Lucas Place
Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Milford Sound

You will partake in a weather check an hour before the departure flight time. Flights are subject to weather conditions, if the weather is suitable you will be picked up from your hotel approximately 5-minutes after the call. You can opt to self-drive to the hangar as well if you’d like.Once checked in at the office you will depart on one of the aircrafts where everyone gets a window seat. The flight is a 40-minute scenic flight with majestic views of the mountains, lakes and fiords of the Fiordland National Park.
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Mitre Peak Cruises

Upon reaching Milford Sound you will be taken to meet the boat cruise, a two hour full length cruise of Milford Sound.
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Milford Sound

Upon completion of the cruise you will be flown back to Queenstown on a different flight path to the way in.
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Milford Sound

Experience the beauty of Milford Sound
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Milford Sound Scenic Flights

When you reach Queenstown we will provide a complimentary transfer back to your accommodation.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers 36 weeks or more into their pregnancy
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You will need to call 1hr 30mins before the departure time you have booked for. If the weather is suitable you will be picked up from your hotel approximately 5 minutes after the call.
  • Infants are classed as 11kgs or under. If they are over this weight, they will be classed as a child due to infant seatbelt weight limit restrictions. They will have to be charged a child price on the day if weights and are over the 11kg limit.
  • Mitre Peak Cruises are booked subject to availability. On occasion you may be booked onto an alternative cruise company, we will notify you of this when you check in for your experience with us

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: Will I get seasick on Milford Sound Cruise with Round-Trip Flights from Queenstown?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Free parking for those self driving
  • Round trip fixed wing scenic flights from Queenstown
  • Complimentary pickup and drop-off from set locations
  • Guaranteed window seats on all aircraft
  • Live commentary on board
  • 2 hour cruise through Milford Sound
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers 36 weeks or more into their pregnancy
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • You will need to call 1hr 30mins before the departure time you have booked for. If the weather is suitable you will be picked up from your hotel approximately 5 minutes after the call.
  • Infants are classed as 11kgs or under. If they are over this weight, they will be classed as a child due to infant seatbelt weight limit restrictions. They will have to be charged a child price on the day if weights and are over the 11kg limit.
  • Mitre Peak Cruises are booked subject to availability. On occasion you may be booked onto an alternative cruise company, we will notify you of this when you check in for your experience with us
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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