Top Queenstown Helicopter Tours

Altitude Golf by Helicopter from Queenstown

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Celebrate a special occasion or make the most of your South Island vacation with a small-group helicopter ride in the Southern Alps with an included sparkling wine picnic. Fly to a secluded alpine location and admire the panoramic views over Lake Wakatipu while you feast on gourmet food and drink, including sparkling wine and beer. Absorb the tranquility of these stunning surroundings before your return flight to Queenstown.

Private Champagne Picnic on a Peak with Helicopter Ride

1 hour to 3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

See more on a scenic helicopter tour from Queenstown to Fiordland National Park. Your pilot points out the ice-capped Southern Alps, glaciated lakes, and forested valleys, before descending to Milford Sound. Make two landings—on a secluded beach and an alpine glacier—with time to explore and get perfect photos. Choose a shared or private helicopter with complimentary pickup and drop-off for your experience.

Milford and Fiordland Highlights Tour by Helicopter from Queenstown

2 hoursFree Cancellation

See an enormous range of New Zealand highlights and have unforgettable experiences over 11 days on this tour. See both the North and South Islands, visit secluded natural spots and big cities, take in truly spectacular scenery, enjoy a thrilling range of adventure activities from jet boating to zip-lining, and much more. This is the perfect way to see the whole country in less than two-weeks, at an affordable price.

New Zealand: Experience it ALL in 9 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

New Zealand: Experience it ALL in 9 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

9 daysFree Cancellation

Fiordland Finest Helicopter Flight from Queenstown

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Take to the skies for a spectacular scenic flight over the dramatic Southern Alps and Gibbston wine region, gaining a unique perspective of New Zealand’s southernmost vineyards. Enjoy an alpine landing on The Remarkables with time for photos and breathtaking views. On landing, meet your expert guide and begin a luxury wine tour through Central Otago. Indulge in premium tastings at carefully selected vineyards and savour a delicious à la carte lunch featuring regional cuisine in Bannockburn or Cromwell. With hotel pick-up and drop-off included, plus flexible timing and the option to customise your itinerary, this experience blends adventure, luxury, and world-class wine for an unforgettable day.

Queenstown Private Helicopter & Wine Tour + À la carte lunch

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Fly to the vines with Altitude Tours on a Helicopter Wine Tour. Begin your day being picked up from your Queenstown accommodation before taking a scenic helicopter flight over Queenstown, soaring above stunning vineyards and mountain ranges before landing on a peak to enjoy a glass of local sparkling wine to kick start your bucket list wine tour. Touch down at your first cellar door where your guide will host you across four tasting experiences, including New Zealand’s largest wine cave. Along the way you’ll taste award winning wines, hear fascinating stories of the region and have the option to enjoy a winery lunch (additional cost). This experience takes wine touring to new heights, pairing fine wine with unforgettable views and people. Taste some of New Zealand’s best wines, on the World's Best Wine Tour (voted 2021). Venues typically include Gibbston Valley, Ayrburn, Kinross and Mt Rosa, though they may vary if a venue is unavailable.

Scenic Helicopter Flight, Mountain Landing & Wine Tour Queenstown

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Helicopter Tour with Alpine Snow Landing from Queenstown

1 hourFree Cancellation

Queenstown Memories Helicopter Flight

30 minutesFree Cancellation

Lord of the Rings and Glacier Helicopter Tour

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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 the 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. After your scenic cruise through the breathtaking fjord, elevate the experience—literally—with a spectacular helicopter flight back to Queenstown. Soar above dramatic peaks, glacial lakes, and untouched wilderness for a perspective few ever get to witness. It’s the perfect finale to an unforgettable day in Fiordland.

Milford Sound Tour Cruise and Helicopter

Witness the stunning blue ice and majestic landscapes on the Glacier Express Scenic Flight. This unforgettable alpine adventure begins in Glenorchy and takes you soaring over the shimmering Lake Whakatipu and near the heart of Mount Aspiring National Park. Touch down on fresh snow atop an ancient glacier and soak in panoramic views while capturing incredible images of New Zealand’s dramatic landscapes. Along the journey, expert pilots provide insights into the unique ecosystems and conservation efforts of the area. Ideal for adventure seekers and photography enthusiasts, this 40-minute experience offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the untouched wilderness. - 40-minute scenic helicopter tour including a glacier landing - Discover the pristine beauty of Mount Aspiring National Park - Learn from experienced pilots - Complimentary return transport from Central Queenstown available

Epic 40-Minute Glacier Helicopter Flight | From Glenorchy

40 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutesFree Cancellation

Milford Sound Earnslaw Burn Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Take a 1.5-hour helicopter tour to Milford Sound from Queenstown, including a landing in Milford Sound and a remote alpine landing. Fly into the UNESCO-listed Fiordland National Park, soaring over the South Island’s most dramatic scenery, such as Mitre Peak. You'll land in the remote mountains near the fiord. Hear entertaining live commentary from your professional pilot who points out remote alpine lakes and the rugged mountain peaks of New Zealand’s Southern Alps. The round-trip helicopter flight includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Milford Sound Heli Tour from Queenstown with 2 Alpine Landings

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience Milford Sound and its surrounding areas the adventurous way, from the seat of a helicopter. As well as an exciting flight over rivers, valleys, and mountains, you’ll also get the chance to land on a glacier or alpine landscape. Capture unique photographs that you wouldn’t get if touring by bus. This is an ideal trip for travelers short on time, as you pack a lot of incredible sights into a short sightseeing trip.

Milford Sound Highlights - 204

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Queenstown

Queenstown: Southern Glacier 50 Minute Helicopter Flight

Fletcher_H, Oct 2026

Cannot recommend this tour enough!

Outstanding tour and even better pilot. He was very knowledgeable and informative about the sites and structures as well as local wildlife. The whole team was well oiled and efficient and safety driven both before, during and after the flight which was reassuring.

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch)

Melinda_J, Oct 2026

Amazing Experience

Highly recommend this tour. It is a small group you fly with and cruise with. Very lovely experience. No crowding and a beautiful morning tea included. Both the flight crew and cruise crew were really lovely and knowledgeable. Could not fault this tour in any way!

Tasman Glacier Heli-Hike Tour from Queenstown

Som_B, Jul 2026

A Phenomenal, Once‑in‑a‑Lifetime Adventure

Our Tasman Glacier Heli‑Hike Tour from Queenstown, booked through Viator, was an absolutely unforgettable experience from start to finish. The day began with an early‑morning one‑hour scenic flight from Queenstown to Mount Cook Airport — a breathtaking journey over dramatic alpine ranges, shimmering lakes, and snow‑covered peaks. The views alone were worth the trip, and the flight crew made the experience smooth, safe, and enjoyable. Upon arriving at Mount Cook, the adventure continued with a spectacular helicopter ride onto the Tasman Glacier. Landing on the ice felt surreal, and the two‑hour guided heli‑hike was nothing short of extraordinary. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about the region. We explored towering ice formations, deep crevasses, and stunning blue ice structures that looked like something from another world. The entire experience was exceptionally well‑organised, with seamless coordination between the flight team, helicopter crew, and glacier guides. Every moment felt special, immersive, and truly unique. This tour is a must‑do for anyone visiting Queenstown — it’s a bucket‑list adventure that delivers incredible scenery, expert guidance, and memories that will last a lifetime. We couldn’t recommend it more highly.

25-Minute Remarkables Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Stacey_M, Jun 2026

Stacey M & Family

Out of all tours this one i looked forward to the most, even more so because it was my birthday & a once in a lifetime experience with my husband and our 3 son's. And it was unreal. Thankyou to the team who were absolutely awesome, especially to our pilot Steven who was absolutely fantastic very courteous and knowledgeable. I very much appreciated the myth & legend story of the Taniwha and how Lake Wakaripu became the great lake it is now. If your thinking of booking this experience, Book it!

50-Minute Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn Flight, Queenstown

Sharon_H, Jun 2026

The Glacier Explorer &...

The Glacier Explorer & Earnslaw Burn 🚁❄️⛰️ Absolutely amazing! We got so close to the snow-covered cliffs, seeing the beautiful blue colours and cracks in the glacier up close — just spectacular. We had an amazing pilot too, which made the experience even better. So grateful for the wonderful memories made 🩵❄️🚁

30-Minute Alpine Scenic Flight from Queenstown

Paul_W, Mar 2026

A Can't Miss Experience

An exceptional experience... from both the amazing and unforgettable scenery, to our very informative and amazing pilot Steve.. a wealth of knowledge and generally a good bloke! As for the ladies at Teception, amazing and extremely friendly and made you feel like you had been a local all your life...

Mt Cook Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience Combo from Queenstown

Beth_M, Mar 2026

What a day!

This was an awesome experience that is highly recommend to anyone! Our driver, Olly, was personable and informative, and really nice on top of it all. The pilots for the flights, Roger and Blair, were great. Honestly, though, those mountains... The glacier.... Truly awe-inspiring. Also, just as a side, Cheeky Kiwi is an awesome company to deal with!

Half-Day Milford Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

David_C, Mar 2026

Milford Sound chopper tour

This was an absolutely outstanding experience. We couldn’t be happier with the service and the experience on the day. It exceeded our expectations. Every aspect of the tour was so professional. Special thanks to Cody for the pick up and drop off to our hotel and the friendly banter and to our pilot Steve who was so friendly and knowledgeable. Would thoroughly recommend this tour. Sure beats spending 9 hours on a bus!

Milford Sound Flight & Cruise Day Trip from Queenstown

Michelle_S, Mar 2026

Great was to see Milford Sound with limited time commitment

Great way to see Milford Sound in an afternoon, particularly if longer bus rides are not your thing. One ~30-minute flight to the sound, boat cruise and one ~30-minute flight back. Breathtaking views of the Sound and mountain ranges from above, coupled with a relaxing boat cruise through the fjord. We didn’t take advantage of the food onboard (but lovely to have seats reserved for our flight group), but did partake of a glass of wine and free coffee. Our pilot, Isabel was fantastic — great flier and tour guide, and our plane was comfortable and quiet. Pick up and drop-off from Queenstown was also a breeze.

Milford Extended Helicopter Tour from Queenstown

Julie_V, Dec 2025

Great Communication- despite weather cancellation

Good communication! I’m sure this would have been the HIGHLIGHT of our NZ trip, but due to weather our trip had to be cancelled with several days of rain impeding our plans. We were contacted promptly the morning of our original heli flight and given another date to fly a few days later. Sadly, the weather wasn’t in our favor on that extended date either. Even though we built in buffer days for weather our NZ trip was now on its final day. Full refund given. We will book it again for our next trip and fingers crossed we can make it happen. We’ve done several bookings with Viator and have always been impressed. Next time!