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Reviewed 12 April 2017 via mobile

Beautiful flight and superb pilot Will. Thanks for the memories. Our group was in awe of the scenery and raw beauty of the landscape. A trip of a lifetime.

Date of experience: April 2017
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SouthernAlpsAir, Pilot at Southern Alps Air - Scenic Flights, responded to this reviewResponded 15 April 2017

Dear Jay L,

Thank you for your five star review of Southern Alps Air.

It is our aim to exceed our guest’s expectations of their once in a life time excursion and we are pleased to hear that we have been successful!

On behalf of your pilot Will, thank you for choosing to fly with us.

Kind regards,
Bayleigh.

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Reviewed 8 April 2017

We did the fly into Siberia hut, 7km walk and jetboat with Wilkin River Jets. What a fantastic trip! We live here (locally in Queenstown) and were completely wowed by the scenery and the sheer mountainscape. We hike regulalry through NZ beech forest and this was as beautiful as anywhere else we've walked. The skill of the pilot and jetboat driver were superb and we always felt very safe with them. Highly recommend.

Date of experience: April 2017
Thank Nzedfi
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SouthernAlpsAir, Pilot at Southern Alps Air - Scenic Flights, responded to this reviewResponded 10 April 2017

Dear Nzedfi,

Thank you for your 5 star review of our ultimate wilderness excursion. It is always such a pleasure to host local kiwis and show off our backyard!

During the flight you see glaciers, ice, snow, mountian lakes, hanging valleys and vast rain forests, so that from the ground you can really appreciate the dramatic unspoiled beauty.

On behalf of the team at Southern Alps Air, thank you for choosing us.

Kind regards,
Bayleigh.

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Reviewed 3 April 2017 via mobile

We were going to drive to Milford Sound, but made the BEST decision to fly with Southern Alps out of Wanaka. An absolutely amazing 30 minute flight over the mountains and into the Tasman Sea and then into the Fiord. Then took a wonderful boat trip into Milford Sound and another flight back to Wanaka on a different flight pattern. Pilot was very informative and I loved my first flight in such a small plane!

Date of experience: March 2017
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SouthernAlpsAir, Pilot at Southern Alps Air - Scenic Flights, responded to this reviewResponded 4 April 2017

Dear advicetaken,

Thank you so much for your five star review of your Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise excursion with Southern Alps Air, we appreciate your wonderful recommendations to future travellers.

The flight takes in some fantastic scenery during the 45mins you are in the air, beginning with the magical Mt Aspiring, before adventuring down the Southern Alps to fly the full length of Milford Sound. Then flying back a different route including one of New Zealand's great walks, the Routeburn Track and the Paradise region.

On behalf of the team, thank you for choosing to fly with us.

Kind regards,
Bayleigh.

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Reviewed 2 April 2017 via mobile

I was lucky enough to have a trip to Milford Sound from Wanaka organised and paid for by some family I was staying with. The trip consisted of a flight to Milford Sound in a tiny little yellow plane and then a boat tour around the fjord. The flight was incredible! I sat next to the pilot, who gave us a commentary on the various things to see on the journey, and the views were spectacular. The plane flew right into Milford Sound and then we were taken by bus to the boat. The boat trip was equally brilliant and offered teas and coffees on board and brilliant commentary. Milford Sound is a magical place and a must see when in the South Island! And if you're going to do it, it is definitely worth going through Southern Alps Air!!

Date of experience: April 2017
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SouthernAlpsAir, Pilot at Southern Alps Air - Scenic Flights, responded to this reviewResponded 4 April 2017

Dear MollieE94,

Thank you for taking the time to review your excursion with Southern Alps Air on TripAdvisor.

It is wonderful to hear you had a "trip of a life time" with us, the scenic flight from Wanaka to Milford Sound is, in our opinion, the most scenic flight in the world - and what a beautiful picture of Mitre Peak you have shared!

The Milford Sound Glacier Flight & Cruise is our most popular excursion, as it combines two stunning flights with a cruise of the fiord itself.

On behalf of your pilot and the team, thank you for choosing to fly with us and best wishes for your future travels.

Kind regards,
Bayleigh.

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Reviewed 1 April 2017

We had just completed 3 weeks traveling around New Zealand. We both wanted to see Milford Sound but did not fancy a 12 hour day on a bus to and from the Sound. We booked with Southern Alps and whilst I was very nervous (as a flyer) what a great team. My fears were alleviated and I had the best experience in my life. You fly between the peaks- not over them. You get to go under a Waterfall. You see Mt Cook and the glaciers up close. I can not recommend them any higher. A once in a life time experience with very friendly and professional staff. An absolute highlight.

Date of experience: March 2017
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SouthernAlpsAir, Pilot at Southern Alps Air - Scenic Flights, responded to this reviewResponded 2 April 2017

Dear Donna,

Thank you for sharing your review of Southern Alps Air on TripAdvisor. It is an honour to be one of your highlights, or better yet, 'one of the best experiences of your life'!

The flight takes in some amazing scenery. Only when you fly from Wanaka do you get to see Mt Cook (NZs highest mountain), Mt Aspiring and the Olivine Ice Plateau. Depending on weather we try and let you get the sense you are so close you could touch the glaciers!

Also we LOVE the photos you shared! Our favourite one is the one where you are flying over the red hills and you can see Big Bay in the background. Amazing!

On behalf of the team, thank you for choosing to fly with us and for your high endorsement to future travelers,

Kind regards,
Bayleigh.

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