Over the Top – Fiordland Explorer

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Fiordland Explorer Helicopter Tour is a luxury scenic adventure by air, offering breathtaking flights over Milford, Dusky, and Doubtful Sounds with gourmet picnic stops.

The experience

Fiordland Explorer Helicopter Tour is an exclusive, high-end adventure designed for those seeking New Zealand’s most untouched, breathtaking wilderness. Experience Fiordland’s towering mountain peaks, ancient forests, and remote, glacial lakes from a unique aerial perspective aboard a luxury helicopter.

Your Fiordland Explorer Helicopter Tour begins with a scenic departure from the Over The Top lounge at 9:00 AM, or at a time of your choosing. Take to the skies and witness New Zealand’s iconic alpine landscapes unfold beneath you. Glide above pristine glacial lakes and rugged mountain ranges as you head deep into the heart of Fiordland’s untouched territory.

The Fiordland Explorer Helicopter Tour offers a bespoke route tailored to your preference. Choose to explore the iconic Milford Sound or the tranquil beauty of Dusky Sound, each a spectacle of natural grandeur. Soar above Norwest Lakes and Doubtful Sound, discovering hidden coves, secluded beaches, and ancient landscapes rarely touched by modern tourism.

Touch down in isolated, pristine locations where the Tasman Sea meets Fiordland’s dramatic coastline. Stroll along untouched beaches, feel the raw energy of the waves, and marvel at the expansive wilderness stretching before you. Continue the journey into Doubtful Sound’s serene waters, where you’re likely to encounter native wildlife amid towering cliffs and dense rainforest.

To complement your Fiordland Explorer Helicopter Tour, enjoy a gourmet picnic featuring regional delicacies at one of these remote landing sites. This luxurious touch adds indulgence to an already unforgettable experience, allowing you to dine surrounded by nature’s most impressive scenery.

This expedition offers two premium aircraft options. The AS350 Squirrel accommodates up to six passengers and is renowned for its versatility and smooth ride. Alternatively, the EC130 Eurocopter delivers superior comfort, whisper-quiet operation, and panoramic visibility — perfect for sightseeing and photography.

Book the Fiordland Explorer Helicopter Tour and discover why Fiordland is considered one of the world’s most spectacular World Heritage wilderness areas. This unique adventure captures the wild, ancient beauty of New Zealand in a way few ever experience.

Supplier: Over The Top

The highlights

The details

Duration
Duration: 6 HRS
Check In
Check In closes 30 minutes prior to departure time.
Location: Blue Hangar, 10 Tex Smith Lane, Queenstown Airport, New Zealand.
Transport
Either self-drive to our departure lounge at the Queenstown airport where we have ample complimentary parking and aim to be here 20 minutes prior to lift off. Alternatively, we can arrange a pick up from your Queenstown accommodation 30 minutes prior to lift off.
Additional Inclusions
We'll need to know your dietary requirements.

The restrictions

Physical
Please note that this adventure involves walking on and off the Helicopter as well as exploring area you land.
Pregnancy & Babies
This activity is suitable for pregnant women.
Children
No separate rates for children, as pricing is based on the helicopter.

The common questions

Cameras are recommended, but carried at your own risk.
Dress for the weather – comfortable clothes, closed toe shoes are a must.
Bring a small bag to keep your belongings with you.
Weather checks are made 1 HR before your departure time.
Please note that this activity has different cancellation and refund terms to our standard policy.
Cancellation with 24hrs of the tour date: 25% refund.
Within 7 Days prior to the tour date: 50% refund.
8 Days or more prior to the tour date: 100% refund.

Flights are weather dependent and subject to the pilots discretion. In the event of cancellation due to weather, we endeavor to work with other tourism activity providers to swap dates or arrange an alternative trip. If all this fails there will be a 100% refund provided.

All other pertinent clauses of our cancellation policy are in effect. Please see the link at the bottom of this page.

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