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Glacier Galore

Fly past Fiordland’s most iconic sights on your way to Tutoko Glacier, the highest peak in Fiordland National Park.
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Duration

Allow 30 mins

Landings

1 remote landing

Cost per person

$545.00 incl. GST

Explore the most iconic scenes of Milford Sound and the grandest glaciers to boot.
Depart from Milford Sound airport and fly over Bowen Falls, Mitre Peak and other Milford Sound views on your way to Tutoko Glacier. Get up close with one remote landing before heading back to base.

What’s included:

  • Scenic helicopter flight
  • 1 remote landing
  • Stunning photo opportunities
  • In-flight commentary from your knowledgeable pilot via two-way communication
  • Minimum of 4 passengers needed for the flight. It is a shared flight so we can group passengers together but be aware your time of booking may change.
  • If travelling by bus tour, this flight can include a drop-off along Milford Road to meet your ride near Monkey Creek. Please include this request in your booking. Additional cost.

Your journey with us

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01
Arrive at Milford Sound
You arrive at Milford Sound Airport [104 Milford Sound Highway] 15 minutes before your flight is scheduled.
Helicopter at Milford Sound Airport
02
Pre-flight orientation & safety briefing
You complete passenger information form if required. Then relax and enjoy the stunning view while your pilot readies the aircraft. Before boarding the helicopter, you undergo your safety briefing.
Two women sitting in a helicopter
03
Pre-takeoff
Time to get in the heli! Your pilot and ground crew ensure that you are comfortable, buckled in with your headset on and ready to go.
Shot of Milford Sounds from helicopter
04
Lift-off
The helicopter takes off and you’re airborne. Take in the sights of majestic Milford Sound as your pilot weaves through the mountains, telling stories and history as you fly, heading towards Tutoko Glacier.
05
Remote landing
Your pilot picks a secluded spot amongst the peaks to land. They carefully open the helicopter door and you step out into the Fiordland wilderness. Be sure to snap some photos!
06
Back to the helicopter
Loaded back into the helicopter, you take off again, getting another view of the Sound as you head back to the Milford Sound Airport.

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