Milford Sound
A short ¾ hour flight from nearby Wanaka Airport is Milford Sound. Flying over Mt. Aspiring to the fiords of the West Coast is one of the most scenic flights you’ll ever experience. Once at Milford, a 2 hour leisurely boat cruise will take you down the Sound where you will see the sheer rock faces that rise 1200 metres or more on either side. Lush rain forests cling precariously to these cliffs, while seals, penguins, and the unique Fiordland Bottlenose dolphins frequent these waters. The return flight to Wanaka takes a more southerly route passing over Glenorchy at the tip of Lake Wakatipu and returns you to Whare Kea in time to enjoy a delicious late lunch (by prior arrangement).
For general information about Milford Sound, please see www.doc.govt.nz.
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Helicopter Scenic Flight
At Whare Kea you can enjoy the beautiful scenery from the ground, water and air. Helicopters offer a more thrilling vantage point with flights available over the Mt. Aspiring National Park. From the pick up point on the front lawn of the lodge, you will be whisked off on a 45-60 minute flight taking in views of the Southern Alps that will amaze. On the other hand, why not take a local guide along on the flight and have a stop-over at the Whare Kea Chalet to enjoy a high mountain walk followed by a delicious gourmet picnic. Longer aeroplane or helicopter tours over Mt. Cook, Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound are also available. Our staff will be only too happy to arrange this for you or for further information visit www.aspiringhelicopters.co.nz
For general information about Mt. Aspiring National Park, please see www.doc.govt.nz.
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