Milford Sound Heli-Cruise-Heli Explorer

This is not your average sightseeing trip. This is a once-in-a-lifetime Milford Heli-Cruise-Heli adventure combining two of the South Island’s most breathtaking locations – Milford Sound and the Earnslaw Burn – by helicopter and cruise.

You’ll depart Queenstown and soar over untouched valleys, hidden alpine lakes, and vast rainforest on your way to Milford Sound. From above, it’s a dramatic, ever-changing landscape of towering peaks and glacial-carved terrain

After landing in Milford Sound, you’ll hop on a relaxed boat cruise to take in the sights from the water. Cruise beneath Mitre Peak, passing by Fairy and Stirling Falls, and take in the steep cliffs and rainforest that make this place so famous. Enjoy your complimentary picnic in the amazing scenery. Keep a lookout for local wildlife too – seals and dolphins are regulars, and during spring and early summer, you might spot a Fiordland crested penguin.

Then it’s back in the helicopter for a flight to our exclusive landing spot in the Earnslaw Burn – a stunning alpine valley where waterfalls pour from high above. It’s a quiet, remote spot perfect for soaking up some of the South Island’s most dramatic scenery. But the best bit is the mighty Earnslaw Glacier, which hangs above you at over 1,000 ft.

Why Fly Milford Sound + Earnslaw Burn with Heliworks?

• 4.5–5 hour premium experience – combining air, sea, and alpine landings
• Private landing in the Earnslaw Burn – exclusive access to a true hidden gem
• Cruise Milford Sound – no long drives, just the best of the fiord in a short, scenic flight
• Gourmet picnic lunch – locally curated and served in a jaw-dropping setting on the cruise
• Local operators, local knowledge – based right here in Queenstown
• Private charters available – perfect for families, couples or luxury travellers