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Milford Sound - Fly-Cruise-Fly - True South Flights

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Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound with both a flight and a cruise boat ride on Fly – Cruise – Fly, our most popular scenic flight tour.

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound with both a flight and a cruise boat ride on Fly – Cruise – Fly, our most popular scenic flight tour.

Highlights

  • Travel with the highest rated tour operator in Queenstown!
  • Take a gorgeous scenic flight to Milford Sound
  • Explore by water with a 2 hour Milford Sound Cruise
  • Convenient transfers from Queenstown

Join us for the ultimate day-trip to New Zealand's unforgettable Milford Sound.

Experience for yourself the grandeur and stunning beauty of a place where mountains plunge steeply into a deep fiord teeming with rare wildlife.

You'll soon see why Milford Sound is one of the world's greatest destinations as you take in the scale of this natural wonder from both the air and sea.

The flight from Queenstown over the Southern Alps opens up endless panoramic views of a landscape forged by the greatest forces of nature, left unchanged by man.

Take it all in; rugged ridge-lines, snow-capped peaks, waterfalls cascading to lush valley floors covered with ancient forests, and divided by crystal clear streams.

On arrival in Milford Sound you will set off onboard a comfortable cruise vessel to begin an up-close exploration of the fiord from sea level.

Jagged cliffs, and hanging rainforest rises sharply up to snowy peaks hundreds of meters above you.

Expect to see seals and occasionally dolphins and penguins as you pass close to magnificent waterfalls and sheer granite cliffs, while your skipper provides you with a detailed and entertaining commentary of the region and its history.

Adult $665.00
Child $515.00 (3-13 years old)
Infant $0.00 ( 0-2 years old (up to 15kg fly free on parents lap))

What's included

  • Return Flight from Queenstown to Milford Sound with window seat
  • Pilot Commentary & escort to and from cruise boat
  • 2 hour Milford Sound Cruise
  • Free parking at our office in the Remarkables Park Town Centre, Frankton
  • Courtesy transport to & from most central Queenstown accommodation if you don't have a vehicle

Duration

  • Allow approximately 4 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Departure Point: True South Flights Offices, Building 8 Suite 1B/12 Hawthorne Dr, Frankton, Queenstown 9300. A courtesy transport from Queenstown Central Hotels can be provided if necessary. Plenty of free parking is available in front of the our building.

Restrictions

  • If any passenger is 100kg (220 lb) or more, please contact us directly before booking. If your weight at check-in exceeds your declared weight, this may exceed the aircrafts weight and balance limits, and your booking may need to be rescheduled depending on availability.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • Conditions:

    1. Departures can be weather dependent, where a flight is unable to depart due to weather you will be offered a reschedule or full refund.

    2. Flights Guaranteed confirmed with 2 passengers or more.

    3. Discount fares are transferable at True South Flights discretion. Cancellations by the operator due to weather will be fully refunded. If your travel plans change or you are unable to fly with us as planned please contact us promptly and let us know. Cancellations made within 24 hours prior to your reserved flight incur a 50% cancellation fee and in the case of a "no show" we will charge you the full cost of the flight. True South Flights reserves the right to apply discretion in exceptional circumstances.

  • Child: 3-13 years old

    Infant: 0-2 years old (up to 15kg fly free on parents lap).

    Please ensure you check your booking confirmation for pre-flight requirements and check-in details.

Available Bookings from 22 Dec to 4 Jan 2025

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  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$665.00
  • Child$515.00
  • Infant Free

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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Claude JANKOWSKI from France wrote on 15 February 2017

vol reporté 4 fois

Vol et croisière à Milford Sound ont été reportés 4 fois et je suis repartie sans avoir pu voir Milford Sound.Sans doute que Air Wakatipu ne veut pas prendre de risques en cas de météo incertaine, mais se préparer chaque jour pour un vol finalement annulé, quelle déception !!! Par contre, le remboursement pour annulation de la part du prestataire a été immédiat.

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From Milford Sound - Fly-Cruise-Fly - True South Flights

Hi Claude, Thanks for your review. I am very sorry that your flight was postponed 4 times and cancelled at the end due weather. We totally understand you were hugely disappointed that you couldn't fly to Milford Sound. However the safety is the first priority for us, and unfortunately we cannot fly if the weather is not good enough to operate safely. Hope you still had a nice time with your family in Queenstown. Regards, Lily

Myriam from France wrote on 15 August 2016

Une experience inoubliable

Je recommande à tout le monde d'opter pour le fly Cruise and fly. C'est une expérience unique des plus extraordinaire de la Nouvelle Zelande. De très belles prestations avec un shuttle de l'hôtel à l'aérodrome puis les explications du pilote. De plus il se charge de récupérer votre pass pour le bateau et le déjeuner est offert. La balade en bateau est sympa mais une fois qu'on a vécu l'expérience en avion plus rien n'est aussi beau que la vue de là haut ! Et le retour en avion est top. Certes le bus est moins cher mais le confort de l'avion est incomparable

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Amanda Batchelor from New Zealand wrote on 05 March 2023

Fabulous, wish I'd done it sooner

5th time to Milford, and by far the best way to see it in a short timeframe. Big ups to Jason our pilot for taking extra time to point out tramping tracks I'd walked. I was expecting a flight from A to B but the route really showcased the scenery. Highly recommended, whether you're local or not!

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pete Buckley from New Zealand wrote on 08 June 2015

Milford Sound fly cruise fly

The flight was excellent would highly recommend flying with Air Wakatipu. The pilot was very informative. Milford Sound itself was very disappointing maybe it was the time of year not sure

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From Milford Sound - Fly-Cruise-Fly - True South Flights

Hi Pete It is great to hear you enjoyed the flight over to Milford Sound. I am sorry to hear you were disappointed with Milford, we have had some unsettled weather to start of winter here but thankfully it has past now. I hope to show you Milford Sound again in the future on a great day! Kind Regards Cory - Air Wakatipu

soniam2 from New Zealand wrote on 21 February 2023

Amazing Experience

Had a fantastic time flying with True South Flights to Milford Sound and the 2 hour cruise on the Sound. The office staff were friendly and helpful and the pilot also friendly and informative. Felt very comfortable on the flight and the Sound cruise was also great. Every staff member we came into contact with was cheerful, friendly and informative and made it an experience to remember. Would definitely recommend this company and trip to everyone.

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