Helicopter Flights Queenstown

Enjoy a scenic flight with mountaintop bubbles, before landing in the Gibbston wine region for tastings across four of the finest and off-the-beaten-track cellar doors.

• Take a scenic helicopter flight with a mountaintop landing
• Enjoy a glass of bubbles on the mountain while taking the views
• Visit four cellar doors in the Gibbston wine region
• Taste over 18 spectacular cool-climate wines, both reds and whites
• Enjoy a personal small group tour with other wine lovers
• Choose to indulge in a sumptuous winery lunch (ordered and paid on the day)
• Be hosted by a fun and friendly wine-certified guide

Your Heli Wine Sampler Day:

The Helicopter Line

Start your day being met by the helicopter company at your Queenstown accommodation and enjoy a scenic helicopter flight, landing on a mountaintop for a glass of bubbles. From here we land in the Gibbston wine region, home to award-winning winemakers, stunning scenery, and, of course, delicious Pinot Noir.

Gibbston Valley Winery

After your helicopter flight, meet your guide at our first tasting location, the iconic Gibbston Valley Winery. Gibbston Valley is one of the region's founding wineries and it's here that we will join a guided tour through New Zealand's largest underground wine cave and enjoy tastings of some of their world-famous wines.

Kinross

Kinross is our second stop and a fantastic location to try a range of different wines across multiple labels. Along with producing their own wines, their cellar door host will also showcase wines from smaller producers and share their incredible stories of how they came to be. 

After your wine tasting, we allow extra time to enjoy lunch. Kinross has a range of delicious dishes on its menu, including pizzas, platters, smaller bites, and mains. This is ordered and paid directly on the day, giving you the flexibility to order what you would like based on your taste and budget.

Mt Rosa Wines

Mt Rosa is a smaller owner-operated winery and their stunning location is situated just below the impressive Nevis Bluff. Sitting in the vines, their newly built cellar door building gives you a sophisticated backdrop to a delicious tasting menu. Their cellar door host will take you through different varieties of their single-label wines. Their mulled wine is a customer highlight!

Ayrburn

Finish your day at Ayrburn, one of Queenstown’s most vibrant precincts. Known for its welcoming hospitality and stunning surroundings, it’s the perfect place to enjoy your final tasting. Nestled in a beautifully restored farm building, Ayrburn Wines are crafted from Central Otago’s finest vineyards, offering nuanced flavours that truly showcase the region.

Experience the Unforgettable

Let us take you on a top-rated wine-tasting journey and experience more with Altitude Tours. The Helicopter Wine Tour departs Queenstown at 9:15am and returns at approximately 4pm.

Locations are subject to change, however in the case where we cannot visit one of the mentioned cellar doors, it will replaced with an equally great location with delicious wines to taste.

7:30am | Small Group Milford Sound Day Tour & Helicopter Flyback

Experience Milford Sound with Altitude Tours on a top-rated small group day tour. Departing from Queenstown, explore the magic of Fiordland that encompasses the road, water, and the skies—all in a single bucket-list day. 

Travel along the famed Milford Road in a premium Mercedes van hosted by a friendly local guide, cruise below the towering fiord on a 2 hour nature cruise, and take to the skies on a 45-minute scenic helicopter flight across the Southern Alps with alpine landing, back to Queenstown.

• Enjoy a small-group sightseeing tour limited to just 15 people.
• Travel in a specially designed premium Mercedes Sprinter for touring.
• Experience multiple scenic stops along the iconic Milford Road, including Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Pops View, Homer Tunnel, and many more.
• Benefit from informative and engaging commentary provided by an experienced guide.
• Embark on a 2 hour small boat nature cruise through the fiord (with a maximum of 75 passengers on board).
• Tuck into an included packed picnic lunch (chicken or vegetarian - default order is chicken).
• Take to the skies on a 45-minute scenic helicopter flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown (weather dependant).
• Enjoy a remote alpine heli landing in the middle of the Southern Alps mountain range.

Your Adventure Begins

Start your day by meeting our friendly local guide at your Queenstown accommodation or nearby. You'll travel in style in a premium Mercedes van designed for touring with only 15 seats onboard. The first leg of our journey to Milford Sound transports you from Queenstown through the picturesque Southland farming country and the charming town of Te Anau, where we'll make a brief stop by the lakeside for refreshments.

Welcome to the Fiordland National Park

From here, we welcome you to the Fiordland National Park and the renowned Milford Road. This corridor to the fiord unveils a different side of New Zealand, with its majestic mountains, winding rivers, and the cheeky Kea bird. Throughout the journey, your guide will make multiple stops for photo opportunities, and short walks, and will entertain you with fascinating local facts and stories.

Milford Sound Adventure

Upon reaching Milford Sound, embark on a 2 hour nature cruise that takes you beneath the towering peaks of the fiord. This small boat cruise, accompanied by a knowledgeable onboard nature guide, allows you to explore the edges of the fiord, revealing its impressive waterfalls and unique wildlife, which may include dolphins, penguins, fur seals, and native birdlife.

A Flight to Remember

After your cruise, you will be introduced to your pilot who will take you to the skies on a truly incredible scenic flight back to Queenstown. Travelling by helicopter, this flight is approximately 45 minutes, offering aerial views of Milford Sound and Queenstown, along with the impressive snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and braided rivers in between. During the flight, enjoy descending on top of one of the many peaks for a snow landing in the remote alpine wilderness.

Experience the Unforgettable

Let us take you on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Milford Sound and discover more with Altitude Tours. Milford Sound Day Tours depart daily from Queenstown at 7:30am, returning around 5:15pm. 

The flight is subject to availability through our third party providers and requires a minimum of 4pax to operate. As well, the flight is weather dependent, and in the case of bad weather, you will receive a partial refund and return via road with your Altitude Tours guide, returning at by 7:30pm.

6:30am | Small Group Milford Sound Day Tour & Helicopter Flyback (Glass-roof Upgrade)

• Enjoy a small-group sightseeing tour limited to just 15 people.
• Travel in a specially designed premium glass-roof top Mercedes Sprinter for touring.
• Experience multiple scenic stops along the iconic Milford Road, including Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Pops View, Homer Tunnel, and many more.
• Benefit from informative and engaging commentary provided by an experienced guide.
• Embark on a 1hr 45min small boat nature cruise through the fiord (with a maximum of 75 passengers on board).
• Tuck into an included packed picnic lunch (chicken or vegetarian - default order is chicken).
• Take to the skies on a 45-minute scenic helicopter flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown (weather dependant).
• Enjoy a remote alpine heli landing in the middle of the Southern Alps mountain range.

Your Adventure Begins
Start your day by meeting our friendly local guide at your Queenstown accommodation or nearby. You'll travel in style in a premium glass roof-top Mercedes van designed for touring with only 15 seats onboard. The first leg of our journey to Milford Sound transports you from Queenstown through the picturesque Southland farming country and the charming town of Te Anau, where we'll make a brief stop by the lakeside for refreshments.

Welcome to the Fiordland National Park

From here, we welcome you to the Fiordland National Park and the renowned Milford Road. This corridor to the fiord unveils a different side of New Zealand, with its majestic mountains, winding rivers, and the cheeky Kea bird. Throughout the journey, your guide will make multiple stops for photo opportunities, and short walks, and will entertain you with fascinating local facts and stories.

Milford Sound Adventure
Upon reaching Milford Sound, embark on a 1hr 45min nature cruise that takes you beneath the towering peaks of the fiord. This small boat cruise, accompanied by a knowledgeable onboard nature guide, allows you to explore the edges of the fiord, revealing its impressive waterfalls and unique wildlife, which may include dolphins, penguins, fur seals, and native birdlife.

A Flight to Remember
After your cruise, you will be introduced to your pilot who will take you to the skies on a truly incredible scenic flight back to Queenstown. Travelling by helicopter, this flight is approximately 45 minutes, offering aerial views of Milford Sound and Queenstown, along with the impressive snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and braided rivers in between. During the flight, enjoy descending on top of one of the many peaks for a snow landing in the remote alpine wilderness.

Experience the Unforgettable
Let us take you on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Milford Sound and discover more with Altitude Tours. Milford Sound Day Tours depart daily from Queenstown at 6:30am, returning around 4:15pm. 

The flight is subject to availability through our third party providers and requires a minimum of 4pax to operate. As well, the flight is weather dependent, and in the case of bad weather, you will receive a partial refund and return via road with your Altitude Tours guide, returning at by 6:30pm.

A collaboration between RealNZ and Altitude Tours, redefining the Milford Sound experience. Discover a completely new way to experience Milford Sound from Queenstown, with elevated comfort and exceptional service.
Experience Milford Sound like never before with Milford Business Class, a premium collaboration between RealNZ and Altitude Tours. Designed for ultimate comfort and sophistication, this all-inclusive journey ensures a seamless and intimate experience from Queenstown.
Your adventure begins at approximately 7:00AM with service from select Queenstown accommodation. Travel in a custom-built Mercedes vehicle with a glass roof, panoramic windows, and bespoke seating, designed for long-distance touring. With a small group of no more than 15 guests, enjoy onboard finer touches and amenities, and guided commentary while making scenic and refreshment stops along the stunning Milford Road.
Upon arrival, step aboard the luxurious RealNZ Sinbad vessel and be welcomed with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Cruise through Milford Sound’s breathtaking fiord and cascading waterfalls. Savour a locally sourced gourmet lunch infused with Māori cultural elements, while a nature guide shares insights into Piopiotahi’s rich history and wildlife.
For the ultimate finale, return to Queenstown via helicopter, taking in unmatched aerial views of Fiordland’s alpine lakes, glaciers, and dramatic peaks. The entire experience lasts approximately 9 hours, with a late-afternoon return to Queenstown.
With Milford Business Class, RealNZ and Altitude Tours are elevating the Milford Sound experience—combining premium service, luxury travel, and an unforgettable adventure.

• Luxury Mercedes X-clusive glass-roof vehicles - 15 passengers

• Morning tea at a private location included

• Multiple unique stops along the Milford Road

• Blankets and pillows onboard

• Luxury boat - 45 passengers

• Complimentary sparkling wine on arrival

• High-profile chef design menu on board

• Local and international beers, wines, premium wines and espresso martini on board

• 2 hour nature cruise with nature guide

• Sounds of silence - Engines turned off in Harrisons Cove

• Arrive back to the terminal after the rush

• Complimentary mini bar & Wifi on board vehicle

• Scenic flight back to Queenstown in a helicopter

A new era of Milford Sound travel, redefined by RealNZ and Altitude Tours.
Introducing Milford Business Class with Extended Helicopter Return Experience — a luxury experience that reimagines the journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound with unmatched style, comfort, and adventure.
Your day begins around 7:00 AM with pickup in a custom-designed Mercedes touring vehicle. Featuring a glass roof, panoramic windows, and bespoke seating, this vehicle is built for small groups, premium sightseeing and comfort on the iconic Milford Road. With a small group of no more than 15 guests, enjoy guided commentary, thoughtful scenic stops, curated onboard touches and excellent service along the way.
Upon arrival in Milford Sound, step aboard the luxurious RealNZ Sinbad vessel and enjoy a welcome glass of local sparking wine as you cruise through one of the world’s most iconic natural landscapes. Take in towering waterfalls, soaring cliffs, amazing waterfalls and rich wildlife as you enjoy a locally sourced canapé lunch, accompanied by expert nature commentary.
Then, elevate your experience with an unforgettable extended helicopter flight back to Queenstown. Your extended return flight includes an alpine landing with a 30 minute shut down of the helicopter, giving you a moment of silence and stillness – complete with complimentary champagne.
This exclusive experience is available only for Milford Sound Business Class guests only. The full journey takes approximately 9-10 hours, returning you to Queenstown by late afternoon.