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Two iconic fiords, one unforgettable flight

Northern Fiordland Frontier

Experience Fiordland’s wild northern frontier as you fly over Milford, Doubtful and eight remote fiords, taking in glacier‑carved cliffs, hidden inlets and untouched coastline.

Duration 2 hours, 15 minutes
Landings 2 Wilderness
Operates Year-Round
Overview

Milford, Doubtful & Every Fiord Between

Over two remarkable hours, journey deep into the heart of Fiordland and experience its most iconic landscapes from above. The Northern Fiordland Frontier is our ultimate showcase flight - a sweeping aerial adventure that reveals Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, and all the hidden fiords that lie between.

Lift off from Manapouri and trace the rugged shoreline toward Milford Sound, where sheer granite walls rise dramatically from dark waters. Go beyond the familiar postcard views to land high on an ancient glacier overlooking the Tasman Sea.

From here, your flight arcs southward across Bligh, George, Caswell, Charles, Nancy, Bradshaw and Thompson Sounds, each one a remote, untouched world carved by ice and time. Descend into a secret valley that opens into Campbell’s Kingdom, a breathtaking basin complete with a serene lake and cascading waterfall.

With two wilderness landings, sweeping panoramas, and the chance to see 10 fiords in total, this is Fiordland at its grandest - a frontier only a helicopter can reveal.

Inclusions

  • Pre-flight safety briefing
  • Approx. 2 hour return scenic helicopter flight
  • 2 exclusive landings in Fiordland National Park
  • Remote mountain experience
  • Experienced local pilot
  • Complimentary ticket to Ata Whenua, a local short film showcasing the landscapes of Fiordland.

Additional Information

All flights require a minimum of two passengers and are shared with other guests unless a private booking is made. Please be aware that all departures remain subject to favorable weather conditions, weight and balance restrictions, and operational requirements.

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