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Flight Experience our Water and Wilderness Scenic Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 15 minutes

Mobile ticket

Tour participants see the full grandeur of the Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds in one experience that can only be done by air. And get to stop by a remote beach to soak up the wilderness.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

1

Queen Charlotte Track

Popular walking track along most of Queen Charlotte Sound

Admission Not Applicable
2

French Pass

One of the strongest tidal rips in New Zealand

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Landing by a remote beach in the Outer Sounds for 20 minutes

Gratuities

Pickup points

Picton Aerodrome

Picton New Zealand

Options

04/12/2025

Pickup included

14/03/2026

Pickup included

25/01/2026

28/12/2025

Pickup included

07/04/2026

05/02/2026

30/01/2026

Pickup included

27/03/2026

05/03/2026

07/01/2026

24/02/2026

Flight Experience our Water and Wilderness Scenic Tour

Pickup included

7/01/2026

Pickup included

Water and Wilderness

Pickup included

Reviews

4.96

51 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Spectacular trip

    Anonymous,,Jan 26, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    It was the most amazing flight overlooking the beautiful scenery in Picton. We were in the air for about an hour and even landed on a grass airstrip that belonged in the family. The views were so beautiful

  • A great experience

    Dietmar S,,Jan 6, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Flying over the Sounds with a propeller machine was an impressive experience. Can only highly recommend.

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  • Great Experience

    Susan B,,Dec 22, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    We thoroughly enjoyed the flight over many incredible scenic areas. This is the best way to see and fully understand the topography of the region. The pilot was very knowledgable and we felt very comfortable at all times. The stop at the airstrip was amazing and we can absolutely recommend this trip.

  • Fantastic Flight Experiences

    victorlee71,,Dec 5, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    It was very nice. We enjoyed the flight and scenery. The pilot was very professional and polite. The best part of the trip was landing on the grassy runway by the beach.

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  • Amazing views of the sounds

    Christiane B,,Dec 3, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Absolute amazing tour. Very well organized from start to finish. Got picked up in town, taken over to the plane that can seat 7 passengers and had the most gorgeous views as we flew over the sounds. Pilot provided commentary and we landed on the private beach. This tour is already a highlight of our trip and I would highly recommend it if you are visiting Picton!

  • Must do experience

    Ruth S,,Nov 22, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    We were on a cruise ship and the pickup point in Picton was easy to find right next to the iSight tourist visitor centre which has free wifi. Cliff, one of the owners was bang on time and picked us up in a minibus. He drove us to the airport which was 10 mins drive. When we got there, Chris his son greeted us and was the pilot. He explained the route and timings and we set off. The flight itself is really the best way to see Picton, just beautiful from the air to see all the sounds. You would not see that detail without the flight. We landed part way on a grass clearing which was property they also owned and where they have a house. We also had the pleasure of meeting their dog, Suzy which was a highlight for my husband. We had half an hour to enjoy the beautiful surroundings before heading back to the airport. Excellent, smooth take off and landings every time. We think this is a must do tour for Picton and would do this again if we came back. It takes about one and half hours. If you want to do other tours/ sites an early appointment might be good as some of the other places are a drive away.

  • Top experience

    fredgF7042PJ,,Nov 20, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We liked it very much in nice weather.,,,................,......,,,,,,,,,......,,..,,,,,,,.....!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Highly recommend

    Karen M,,Nov 17, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Easily identified the van at the pick up location in front of the information center. Short ride to the field & then we were off. Flight was really nice; helped only 5 onboard. I sat in back so could easily see out both sides of the plane. Route took us over the sounds with spectacular views. Landed on private airstrip; family home of Pilot Chris. Chris was very informative & answered all our questions during the flight. Really enjoyed this tour.

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  • Fly over

    Mary R,,Apr 29, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    Plane is a 4 seater. Lots of opportunity for photos. We landed on a grass runway. Chris was an excellent pilot.

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  • An Unforgettable Flight!

    emily d,,Apr 4, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Fly over Picton and see the beautiful landscape for the air. We were picked up in Picton near the welcome center and driven to a small airfield ten minutes away. The flight was amazing, but if you have ANY fear of small planes i would not recommend this. We landed on a small landing field near a gorgeous beach & then flew back. The scenery is unforgettable and the pilot and his dad (Who drove us to the airfield) were personable and took safety first. Do this if you love flying and seeing Picton from above.

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