Milford Sound Coach, Cruise, Heli - Te Anau Helicopter Services

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A red and white tour boat approaches a large waterfall, with people in red jackets standing at the bow near the spray.

Milford Sound Coach, Cruise and Heli transfer to Te Anau

Travel through the mountains. Cruise the fiord. Fly above the wilderness. Experience Milford Sound like never before.

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A colorful tour bus drives along a winding road through a green valley surrounded by tall, rocky mountains under a clear blue sky.

Red and white tour boat on calm water near a tall waterfall cascading down a steep, green cliff at sunset.

A helicopter is parked on rocky terrain next to a mountain lake, with a group of people standing nearby. Snow-capped peaks and clear water are visible under a partly cloudy sky.

Duration

Full day activity – Allow 45 mins for the flight portion.

Landings

1 remote landing

Cost per person

$1409

Discover Milford Sound from Every Perspective

A Complete Milford Sound Day Experience from Te Anau. Combining coach travel, a Milford Sound cruise and a scenic flight makes this an ideal way to experience the region without having to plan separate activities. From the road through Fiordland to the water of Milford Sound and the mountains of remote Fiordland, every stage of the journey offers a new perspective.

Whether you're visiting New Zealand for the first time or looking for a memorable way to explore the South Island, this Milford Sound tour from Te Anau brings together some of the country's most extraordinary natural landscapes in one unforgettable experience.

What’s included:

Coach travel from Te Anau.
Expert commentary throughout the day.
Milford Sound nature cruise with opportunities to see native wildlife.
Scenic flight over Fiordland National Park and the Milford Track.
One alpine landing
Ground transfers back to your accommodation in Te Anau

Flights are subject to weather conditions and minimum numbers apply.

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Your journey with us

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Arrive in Te Anau I-Site [80 Lakefront Drive] to meet your coach

Arrive 15 mins prior to departure to receive your boarding pass.

View from inside a tour bus with a large glass roof, showing snow-covered mountains and cloudy sky above, with empty seats and overhead lights visible.

Take your seat on the coach

Your journey begins in Te Anau, travel the Milford Road enjoying the views in comfort.

Travel the Milford Road to Milford Sound

Arrive in Milford Sound after a 2.5 hours drive enjoying commentary and scenic stops along the way.

Person wearing a red jacket sits alone on a boat, facing steep green mountains and calm water, under a cloudy sky.

Time to board your Nature Cruise with Southern Discoveries

Experience Milford Sound from the water on a 2 hr nature cruise. Look for wildlife, towering peaks and waterfalls as you journey through this remarkable fiord.

A helicopter is parked on a helipad next to a small building, with a mountain range and clear blue sky in the background.

Pre flight orientation and safety briefing

Complete any neccessary passenger information if required, while your pilot readies the aircraft. You will undergo your safety briefing before boarding the helicopter.

Milford Sound Airport on the left and the Milford Road comes down the valley centre photo

Lift off

The helicopter takes off and you're airborne. Take in the sights from the air and you soar past waterfalls, towering peaks and through ancient glacial carved valleys while your knowledgeable pilot talks you through the history and geography of this World Heritage Area.

Landed Helicopter near lake with three people standing by the edge of the lake.

Remote landing

Your pilot picks a secluded spot to land. They carefully open the doors and you step out for a remote wilderness landing. Be sure to snap some photos.