Milford Sound Tour: Cruise & Flight
Embark on an intimate small-group adventure from Queenstown to Milford Sound—one of Aotearoa’s most iconic natural wonders. This fully guided day trip is more than just a destination; it’s an experience crafted with care, comfort, and connection in mind. Travel in our premium Sprinter, designed for a relaxed pace and optimal viewing, with plenty of time to stop, explore, and soak up the landscape. From majestic alpine valleys to cascading waterfalls and native wildlife encounters, every moment of the journey is part of the magic.
But the magic doesn’t end at the water’s edge. After cruising through the serene fjord, you will unforgettably return to Queenstown—via a scenic flight over Fiordland. Soar above towering peaks, ancient rainforests, and glittering lakes on a breathtaking aerial journey that offers a perspective few can witness. It’s the perfect finale to a day filled with wonder.
Cromwell Wine Tasting Tour using Classic Car
Qualmark Accredited Cromwell Classic Car Wine Tours is unique among Central Otago wine-tasting tours. This is no whirlwind mini bus tour crammed with strangers but two to four friends, family, or associates traveling in a Classic Mercedes 300SE. The Cromwell Basin has a remarkable story largely untold, overshadowed on most wine bottles by two words-Central Otago. The fact is the Cromwell Basin has by far Central Otago's largest concentration of vineyards and wineries. Over 40 at last count. World-recognized Pinot Noir as well as excellent Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon plus many more. All are produced from vines growing in the schist soils of the Cromwell Basin
Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown
You are guaranteed a window seat with unimpaired views as you fly this incredible route to and from Milford Sound through a landscape of unbelievable grandeur and beauty. Encounter real mountain flying and marvel at the most remarkable snow-capped mountains and glaciers onboard our fixed-wing aircraft. Your knowledgeable, highly skilled local pilot will provide interesting and informative commentary along the way. Flying across the Southern Alps, out to the West Coast and the Tasman Sea before flying through the Fiord itself to land in Milford Sound.
Once in Milford, your pilot will accompany you to the boat terminal. Discover the natural wonders of Milford Sound aboard your cruise vessel with open-air viewing decks, a perfect location for some wildlife spotting. The Fiord is home to fur seal colonies, penguins, and dolphins, who love playing in the wake of the boat. You will cruise the length of the Fiord out to the Tasman Sea with a pass under Stirling Falls on the return.
25-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown
Experience the best view in town. Land on the Remarkables spur, overlooking Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin with Coronet and Cecil Peaks in the distance. A sensational photo opportunity at 5,000 feet.
Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)
Milford Sound is an area of extraordinary natural beauty. It offers a majestic fiord, dramatic and awe-inspiring scenery and prolific flora and fauna. This tour with Air Milford allows you to combine the stunning flight to Milford Sound with a beautiful cruise on the fiord. Relax as you enjoy the best of both worlds from above and from the sea.
Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise
Travel the Milford Road in our luxurious & comfortable vehicles specially designed for small groups tours to Milford Sound from Queenstown.
Modern comforts such as bucket leather seats, extended leg room, high performance air conditioning, small bag storage space & USB charging.
Guided by our local expert commentary, we take you to all the main photo & experience stops but also add in a couple of extra special ones not listed here.
Upon arriving in Milford Sound, your two-hour nature cruise awaits you aboard our cruise partners boat - the Milford Haven. Boasting a restaurant and bar, you can dine in comfortable seating enjoying a hot or cold add on lunch while the mountains, waterfalls and wildlife go by.
We reserve seats & tables on the cruise so you have your own guaranteed space within the boat.
Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour
The Otago Central Rail Trail is the Original Great Ride in New Zealand's burgeoning Cycle Trails Network. This particular section of the trail is the most spectacular - it also suits travelers on a short time frame and a high level of fitness is not required.
Jet Sprint Boating & Ultimate Off-Roading in Queenstown
Learn how it feels to fly on water and take a ride in Oxbow’s unique, custom-built 4-seater Jet Sprint Boats! Accelerating at an incredible 0 to 100kph in only 2.5 seconds, it’s the perfect activity in Queenstown for the adrenaline seeker.
After your ride in our 620 horse-power boat, take a ride in Oxbow’s Ultimate Off-Roader, our one-of-a-kind, custom-built, all-terrain vehicle that goes everywhere. The Ultimate Off-Roader is a 4-Seater, 4WD, 4-wheel steer vehicle with an extremely low centre of gravity, allowing them to practically go anywhere!
Cardrona Valley Mountain Quad Experience from Wanaka
The Cardrona presents New Zealand's best guided quad bike tour. This two hour mountain experience takes you to the top of the mountains of the Cardrona Valley, Wanaka, navigating high country farm and alpine trails on very capable and easy to operate 450cc 4WD Yamaha quad bikes. River crossings, historical gold mining sites from the 1860s gold rush and breathtaking exclusive 360 degree panoramic views await, so be sure to bring a camera! All abilities welcome.
See more details at www.thecardrona.co.nz/quads
Queenstown: Private Off-Road 4WD Tour With Local Guide
Go private – your vehicle, your guide, your route.
Explore iconic viewpoints and rugged backcountry tracks in a private 4x4, with an expert guide sharing the stories behind the landscape. We tailor the day to your interests. Allow 4 hours.
Pricing is per vehicle: one LandCruiser Troop Carrier (up to 6 guests) or Toyota Prado (up to 4 guests).
Choose your tour option (we fine-tune on the day):
• Whakatipu Highlights – best all-rounder with big scenery and top viewpoints; optional Lord of the Rings stops.
• Skippers Canyon – legendary gold-rush backcountry with dramatic canyon views, including Skippers Bridge and Shotover River viewpoints.
• Māori Mythology & Local Legends – story-led viewpoints with real local meaning – mythology, whakapapa, and Whakatipu history.
• Glenorchy & Paradise – cinematic lake road and mountain backdrops (least off-road).
Return transfers around Queenstown and complimentary photos included. Runs year-round. 100% Kiwi owned and operated since 1989.
Gold Discovery Trail Horse Trek Cardrona - Most popular!
Enjoy a beautiful crisp morning horse trek in the Cardrona valley, Wanaka. All horse riding experience levels are catered for and the group sizes are small. A scenic trail takes you under the willow trees and through the river then up into the hills for some stunning views down the valley and across to the surrounding mountains. Learn about the 1860s gold rush and a working farm among other interesting facts from the informative guide.
**PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR HORSE RIDING ABILITY UPON BOOKING SO THE APPROPRIATE HORSES ARE SELECTED FOR YOUR RIDE**
50-Minute Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Flight, Queenstown
Take off from Queenstown on an unforgettable journey through some of the South Island’s most spectacular alpine landscapes. Soar above the rugged cliffs of Skippers Canyon and the braided rivers of the Rees Valley before venturing deep into Mt Aspiring National Park.
Marvel at dramatic glaciers, impressive ice falls and hidden alpine lakes before continuing to the awe-inspiring Earnslaw Burn. Here, a unique ‘hanging’ glacier feeds countless waterfalls that tumble into the valley below – an otherworldly scene made famous in The Lord of the Rings.
Your adventure includes an exhilarating glacier*, where you’ll step out into untouched wilderness to capture once-in-a-lifetime photos surrounded by towering peaks and pristine ice.
This remarkable flight offers the perfect combination of natural beauty, cinematic views, and thrilling alpine adventure. A true highlight of any Queenstown visit.
Milford Sound Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown
Allow 4 hours
2 landings: Milford Sound & Alpine landing
Over The Top Helicopters are pleased to offer a personal scenic helicopter flight to Milford Sound with a cruise. Your pilot, acting as your personal guide, will fly you down to Milford, over the breath-taking snow-capped Southern Alps, where we will land and shut down the helicopter. You will board the cruise boat to take one of the most memorable journeys you can imagine down Milford Sound, taking in the rainforest covered slopes and the majestic waterfalls. On return to Milford you will again board the helicopter for yet more amazing scenery from the air, together with a landing on an alpine location allowing you to take more photographs of an amazing experience.
Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown
Air Milford hosts you on an intimate experience, combining two incredible scenic flights into Fiordland National Park with a Nature Cruise through the fiord itself. Enjoy reserved seating for Air Milford passengers aboard the cruise and commentary from the passionate skippers while exploring the nooks and crannies along the edge of the fiord, nudging into sheer rock faces to examine flora and fauna in detail. Enjoy return flights to Milford Sound so you can experience its beauty from all angles.
Family Adventures Rafting and Sightseeing Trip in Queenstown
Raft the gentle upper reaches of the Shotover River on this half-day trip through Skippers Canyon. You'll drive from Queenstown through a former gold-mining region and learn about this significant part of New Zealand's history. The Class I and II rapids are suitable for ages three years old and up.
Routeburn Track Guided Hike (Full Day)
Explore a portion of the famous Routeburn Track, one of New Zealand’s ‘Great Walks,' on a day trip to the stunning Mt Aspiring National Park. Hike at a moderate pace on a trail that rises gradually from meadows and forest towards snow-capped peaks and hear informative commentary about the region and its flora and fauna from your expert guide. Lunch and snacks along with round-trip transport from Queenstown are included.
Must be able to manage a steady 2-hour incline to Flats Hut and possibly a 1.5-hour steep hike to Falls Hut. Rocky paths, slippery surfaces, uneven ground with exposed tree roots, steep inclines and declines. The group must stay together so perhaps the Half day hike might be more suitable if you don't think you are fit enough?
Queenstown to Dunedin with Taieri Gorge Train One-Way Tour
Follow gold rush trails, explore historic towns, and journey through breathtaking landscapes. This isn’t just a transfer, it’s an odyssey through the heart of Central Otago.
Your day begins with a pickup in Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand. From there, travel in comfort and style aboard our luxurious Mercedes-Benz vehicles as you leave the alpine landscapes behind and venture into a region shaped by pioneers, gold fever, and timeless beauty.
Wind through dramatic gorges, past crystal lakes, and into historic settlements frozen in time. Along the way, discover hidden gems like charming, historic Clyde, and the hauntingly beautiful Blue Lake of St Bathans.
In the highlands of Pukerangi, step aboard the legendary Taieri Gorge Train for a spectacular rail journey. As the train snakes through deep ravines, crosses towering viaducts, and dives into hand-carved tunnels, you’ll be immersed in one of New Zealand’s most iconic experiences, before arriving in Dunedin
Gourmet Food and Wine Tour Queenstown All-Inclusive Tour
Experience an indulgent and diverse full day tour showcasing the very best sights and tastes from the Central Otago region. Let your experienced wine guide lead you on a tasting journey through three contrasting Central Otago wine sub-regions; Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell.
Enjoy a guided tour through New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave and savour a unique lunch with 5 dishes cooked in retired oak barrels and perfectly matched with 5 wines.
You will also have an opportunity to retrace history with a visit to the historical settlements of Arrowtown, and Old Cromwell (when time permits). Learn about the early pioneering history and how the wine region was formed through an array of fun facts and interesting stories from your knowledgeable wine guide.
At the end of your tour you will be returned to your accommodation.
Mt. Cook Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air
Fly up the spine of the South Island, enjoying panoramic views of Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea on one side and Lake Pukaki, arguably New Zealand’s most beautiful lake, on the other.
Marvel at the most awe-inspiring aerial views of the summit ridge of Mt. Cook and the Tasman Glacier.
Experience unparalleled aerial views of the Franz and Fox Glaciers on the West Coast and the Tasman Glacier within Aoraki Mt. Cook National Park
Land in Mt. Cook National Park at Aoraki/Mt. Cook Airport on the picturesque outskirts of Mt. Cook Village.
Spend up to 5 hours on the ground exploring Mt. Cook Village, with lunch at The Hermitage Hotel or enjoy walking Hooker Valley Track.
Follow a different flight path on your return flight to Queenstown, taking in the tussock-drenched Lindis Pass.
Experience it all from your window seat!
Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Tour from Queenstown
We will fly you from Queenstown over the Southern Alps with breathtakingly spectacular and endless panoramic views of lakes, forested river valleys, waterfalls, jagged razor-backed ridge lines and snow covered peaks.
30-Minute Alpine Scenic Flight from Queenstown
A winning combination: Experience breathtaking alpine scenery, from the dramatic Skippers Canyon to the expansive Queenstown Basin, with a landing on one of the region’s beautiful mountain peaks. Landing location is weather dependent.
Queenstown Wine Tour + Wine Cave (Adults Only) Kiwi Host, Max 10
Experience Central Otago’s most iconic wineries — without planning a thing.
From a wine cave tasting to award-winning cellar doors, this fully hosted experience is seamless, relaxed, and memorable.
This adults-only small group (max 10 guests) is hosted by a knowledgeable New Zealand local — ensuring a personal, well-paced day with real insight and great stories.
Visit Gibbston Valley, Kinross, and Amisfield — three standout wineries. Step inside New Zealand’s largest wine cave, enjoy an award-winning tasting experience at Kinross (Qualmark Wine Tourism Award 2024), and finish at Amisfield, a certified organic winery ranked among New Zealand’s most celebrated producers.
Along the way, take in Queenstown’s iconic scenery — Lake Wakatipu, Lake Hayes, The Remarkables, and the Kawarau Gorge.
Three distinct winery experiences. One effortlessly curated day.
With just 10 seats per tour, availability is limited — if your date is open, it’s worth securing.
Private Tour Upgrades Available
Queenstown: ATV Quad Bike Adventure Tour
Ride a 250cc sports quad bike through real off-road terrain, just 5 minutes from central Queenstown. After a safety briefing and training session on purpose-built tracks, you follow an expert guide into the 650-acre Adventure Park - climbing steep trails, weaving through forest sections, and reaching panoramic viewpoints above the Shotover River canyon with views across Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountain ranges.
No licence needed, and no prior experience required. Your guide sets the pace to match the group — no experience needed, and the terrain has plenty to offer for anyone who's been on a quad before. Small group sizes mean real attention throughout.
All gear is provided: helmet, goggles, gloves, and wet-weather clothing for any conditions. Return transfers from central Queenstown and complimentary photos are included. Minimum age 14.
Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown
Explore Milford Sounds stunning fiord from the air and on the water. Join an unforgettable cruise, past sheer cliffs, gushing waterfalls and perhaps even spot dolphins, seals and penguins. Enjoy an exhilarating flight past rivers, valleys and mountains with blue-green ice falls, and land upon a glacier/alpine in the heart of Fiordland National Park. (Glacier landing is subject to weather conditions).
Lunch available onboard: Whilst on your cruise, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch. Don't forget to let a member of staff know if you wish to add this to your booking at an additional cost.