QUEENSTOWN
Lake, mountains, and everything in between.
The 15 most popular helicopter tours in Queenstown. What each day is really like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Queenstown helicopter tour with a pilot-chosen alpine landing. 25 minutes of Lake Wakatipu views, snow in winter, and big photo time.
Most Popular“Great pilot, great flight, just one office person was quite abrupt when we asked to fly as a family of 4 instead of having other people in the helicopter with us. Made the back seat very squishy for 4...”
50-minute helicopter flight from Queenstown to Mt Aspiring’s glaciers, with commentary, possible glacier landing, and Lord of the Rings scenery.
“I thought the whole experience was very good. I wish we could have stayed on the glacier a little longer.”
Queenstown helicopter to Milford Sound: 1h15 flight with glacier or alpine landing, then a one-hour cruise in a small group of six.
“Truly spectacular! We have never done anything like this before and it was such a highlight of our trip to NZ. Our pilot Jack was great! The flight was so gorgeous, Milford Sound was incredible, and we got to see dolphins. Landing on a glacier on the way back was amazing too.”
Short Queenstown helicopter flight with a real alpine landing in the Remarkables, plus pilot commentary and hotel pickup for $245.
“We were excited about the trip to begin with, but we didn’t even realize we were going to get to land on the top of a mountain and walk around. The experience allowed us to see gorgeous views of Queenstown and the surrounding wonderful mountains! I would highly recommend adventure to anyone who enjoys getting…”
Fly above Fiordland, land in Milford Sound, then cruise and touch down on a glacier for views, photos, and wildlife chances in 4 hours.
“The trip was superb. The views were awesome. It was well organised. The only thing that would have made it even better would have been sitting in a forward facing seat for the whole trip. I would certainly recommend this trip. Both the helicopter and the cruise were very enjoyable topped off with the snow…”
A 50-minute Queenstown helicopter flight with a snow landing on Jura Glacier, big Southern Alps views, and pilot narration plus hotel pickup.
“Amazing! Once in a life time experience😀 Very professional & well worth the price tag. Something we will always remember!”
25 minutes of Queenstown from above, plus a Remarkables landing. Small group, pilot narration headset, and hotel pickup included.
“It was an amazing experience for us, as it was the first time for any of us, coming from a small island opportunities like this are rare, so we appreciated the experience and would definitely do it again!”
Small-group helicopter flight from Queenstown over Fiordland to Milford Sound, with headsets, pickups, and a 30-minute landing.
“The weather wasn't great but the company worked wit his to get a tour in. They were very helpful and the ride was so worth it!!”
Enjoy a Queenstown helicopter tour with an alpine snow landing, shut-down serenity, and big photo views—plus hotel pickup options.
“Best part of the trip. Superb professionalism and safety. Fun to the supreme. A must do while in Queenstown. See sights that you can only imagine.”
Fly Queenstown’s LOTR film spots, then land on a glacier in the Misty Mountains. Hotel pickup, small group, 70 minutes in the air.
“Incredible experience!! My inner LOTR nerd was freaking out. The pilot was awesome!! Highly recommend!!”
A 30-minute Queenstown helicopter flight over Lake Wakatipu with a real alpine landing for standout photos, shared or private options.
“Partners first time, she was quite comfortable with pilot and explanation on everything. She had a great experience.”
Milford Sound helicopter flight with three landings: Milford walk, Tasman Sea beach stop, and alpine glacier landing from Queenstown.
“An extraordinary experience, one of the most amazing things I have ever done. I was incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to do two flights with the Glacier Southern Lakes team. I loved the first flight so much, I booked another different flight the same week. I hope to come back next year and…”
30-minute Queenstown helicopter flight with an alpine snow landing over the Whakatipu Basin, plus panoramic Lake Wakatipu views.
“No improvement really I felt safe with the pilot It ran on time”
Queenstown Grand Circle helicopter flight with an alpine landing in the Remarkables. Hotel pickup, 30 minutes of aerial views.
“I spent a lovely time and had a great experience. I satisfied with this special trip🥰 Thank you so much!”
Queenstown helicopter to Milford Sound plus a 2-hour Fiordland cruise with glacier landing—fast, small-group, big views.
“All was amazing”
From the lake to the fiord, every way to fill a day.
