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Milford Sound Experience Full Day Tour from Queenstown with Scenic Flight

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Location: Queenstown, New Zealand
Duration: 10 hours
Product code: 3287P7


Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown New ZealandLake Wakatipu is an inland lake in the South Island of New Zealand. It is in the southwest corner of the Otago region, near its boundary with Southland. Lake Wakatipu comes from the original Maori word Whakatipu wai-maoriStop At: Lake Te Anau, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park New ZealandLake Te Anau is in the southwestern corner of the South Island of New Zealand. The lake covers an area of 344 km², making it the second-largest lake by surface area in New Zealand and the largest in the South Island. It is the largest lake in Australasia by fresh water volume.Stop At: Fiordland National Park (Te Wahipounamu), Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park New ZealandUpon entering the Fiordland National Park, the largest National Park in NZ, travel up alongside the Eglington River to three mountain lakes at the head of the Eglington Valley. During this part of the journey, you will make the first of our many sightseeing stops, including, Mirror Lakes, Knobs Flat, Lake Gunn and Pop's View, plus some of our guide other favourites. which also allow for some great photo opportunities. With some fantastic walks in the area, this is a great opportunity to experience the beautiful alpine forest up close.Head towards the Homer Tunnel, taking in some incredible mountain views while driving alongside the crystal clear waters of the Hollyford river. Once through the Homer Tunnel, you'll wind the way down the Cleddau Valley. Duration: 3 hoursStop At: Eglinton Valley, Milford Sound New ZealandWithin the Eglinton Valley you’ll also find the famous Mirror Lakes and Knobs Flat.Stop At: Mirror Lakes Walk, Milford Road,, Fiordland National Park New ZealandEnjoy a beautiful short nature walk and view the famous Mirror LakesDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Homer Tunnel, 94 S.h., Milford Sound New ZealandThe Homer Tunnel is a 1.2 km long road tunnel in the Fiordland region of the South Island of New Zealand, opened in 1953. New Zealand State Highway 94 passes through the tunnel, linking Milford Sound to Te Anau and Queenstown, by piercing the Darran Mountain range at the Homer SaddleStop At: Milford Sound, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9679 New ZealandMilford Sound is a fiord in the southwest of New Zealand’s South Island. It’s known for towering Mitre Peak, plus rainforests and waterfalls like Stirling and Bowen falls, which plummet down its sheer sides. The fiord is home to fur seal colonies, penguins and dolphins. Enjoy a 2-hour small boat cruise on the Sound, heading out to the Tasman Sea. Get up close to some of the impressive waterfalls and witness spectacular views as you cruise through this iconic location. Finish your day to Milford Sound with an unforgettable scenic flight back to Queenstown. Flights are by fixed-wing aircraft and take approx. 40 mins. The scenic flight is a truly awe-inspiring way to complete your trip to Milford Sound and also provides a view of Milford Sound and its surroundings that you couldn't possibly see any other way!Upon arrival back to Queenstown, a complimentary hotel drop off service is provided.We guarantee this is a trip you will never forget!Duration: 3 hours
Supplier Name
Altitude Tours Milford Sound Experience
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability,Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark,Please bring walking shoes, warm clothes and a rain jacket,Minimum numbers of 6 apply (for the van from Queenstown to Milford Sound). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.,Not wheelchair accessible,The flight back is weather dependant and in the case where flights are cancelled due to weather, you will return to Queenstown by van and be refunded your flight portion of your ticket.,A picnic lunch is included and you have a choice between chicken, beef and vegetarian and you have until 6pm the day prior to confirm your choice. The default lunch selection is chicken.,Most travelers can participate,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers,Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff,Gear/equipment sanitized between use,Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized,Guides required to regularly wash hands,Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers,COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Inclusions:
Hotel pick-up from select Queenstown based accommodations,Knowledgable and friendly local driver/guides,2-Hour nature cruise on Milford Sound,A breathtaking fixed-wing scenic flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown,Lunch - Picnic Lunch,WiFi on board,Bottled water,Entry/Admission - Milford Sound
Exclusions:
Additional Snacks (we provide lunch, but it is a long day),Gratuities
Traveler Reviews

Best tour ever. Tania was amazing, full of knowledge, with a real love for what she is doing. The bus was very comfortable with amazing views all around. Weather did not play the game and we couldn't fly out BUT....the bad weather was an absolute positive for the Milford Sound cruise - we saw the Sound at its best with all the waterfalls and extremes! The snow was the cherry on the top! Tania, you were right - best time to come to see the Sound. All in all, 10/10 and we thoroughly recommend the tour - especially in the wet!! Refund for the flight was immediate so no issues at all.

Andy was a fantastic tour guide so informative and enthusiastic. The drive to Milford sound was simply stunning with plenty of stops for photo opportunities. It was great being one of the few boats on the sound, the scenery breathtaking. Andy suggested a scenic plane ride on the way back rather than four or so hours by coach and we were extremely glad we took this option to see Milford sound and surroundings from another angle, not to mention time saved. Altitude tours is a New Zealand owned company, boutique with small numbers on tours so a more intimate experience. Would highly recommend!

Fantastic trip down to Milford Sound with these guys on August 2 2021. Our tour guide Tania was very jolly and very informative. Bus was comfortable, clean and nice and warm. Great stops along the way. I would highly recommend travelling with these guys, did it last year with Jucy and NO comparison!

10/10 very very good experience. Defiantly recommend for anyone travelling to Queenstown or living there. Spectacular views the whole journey and saw some amazing wildlife. Coach driver was excellent and really friendly to chat too and take photos

Amazing trip! I’ve been on this tour before in Feb and our driver was Rowland, it was so good that I had to bring the whole family over! Finally back and chose this tour company for 10 people and we all loved it! Special thanks to our driver Tania, she made us feel safe and we all did not have a worry in the world even though there was heavy snow and little to no visibility. Tania’s priority was to get us home safe and that’s what she did even if it took a little longer. Would book again and again!

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