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Scenic Flight: Queen Charlotte & Pelorus Sounds
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61 Ratings
Koromiko
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.
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.
Duration:
1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Queen Charlotte Track - Popular walking track along most of Queen Charlotte Sound
- French Pass - One of the strongest tidal rips in New Zealand
- Stephens Island / Takapourewa - Home to over 40,000 Tuatara, dating from the Dinosaur age.
- Queen Charlotte Track - Popular walking track along most of Queen Charlotte Sound
- French Pass - One of the strongest tidal rips in New Zealand
- Stephens Island / Takapourewa - Home to over 40,000 Tuatara, dating from the Dinosaur age.

What's Included
- Remote beach landing in the Outer Sounds for 20 minutes.
- Remote beach landing in the Outer Sounds for 20 minutes.
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Location
Pelorus Air
Koromiko is 9ks south of Picton, follow signs to Picton Airport. Once you have turned onto Factory Road, cross the train tracks and follow the road until you see our signs, we are the last hanger on the right. You can park your vehicle outside our hanger otherwise there is a large carpark ahead.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(61 Ratings)
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Kautzcrew
Mar 9, 2026
Worth every penny!! - Great experience! Was so nice that they pick you up at the same place that the cruise ship shuttle drops you off. The flight was amazing and having the stop in the middle of the private landing strip was an added bonus.
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Steven_p
Mar 8, 2026
Outstanding - This amazing flight was simply jaw dropping. Flying over the sounds was a photographer's dream. The landscape was amazing and the time spent in the sky allowed us to capture some great shots, with enough time to also just pause, soak up the views and see New Zealand at it's very best. Chris made the trip effortless with a pick up and drop off service from right outside the I Site centre, which is where the cruise shuttle buses drop people off. I will remember this trip for years to come. Thank you!
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56chippy
Mar 6, 2026
Cracking highflight - A wonderful way to spend a couple of hours viewing the Marlborough sounds from the air in all their glory.
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Brianhv7011yy
Feb 28, 2026
Great way to see the Sounds from above! - Super cool to do, it is not cheap but fully worth it. Unique way to see the Sounds and you get an image you otherwise don't get.
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R466ipmattj
Feb 24, 2026
You will be sad if you don’t do this. - I can’t think of a better way to enjoy the beauty of Queen Charlotte sound. To see the breathtaking sounds as you glide above the mountains and shorelines. This experience is a must do. The landing on the remote strip was so much fun, I don’t think that experience could be replicated anywhere.
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Nancy_m
Feb 15, 2026
Great tour, spectacular... - Great tour, spectacular scenery! Chris was fabulous too and worked us in early when weather was threatening.
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Shawnvandy
Feb 6, 2026
Amazing flight and landing on the grass runway next to the beach was awesome! - My wife and I did this excursion while cruising around New Zealand and we loved it! Pelorus Air is a family owned and operated business and they are awesome to work with when scheduling and give an awesome flight.
When we booked, we needed a very specific flight time because of our window of availability - these folks made it happen.
On the day of the tour they were exactly where they said they would be and on time.
The flight was awesome - the water and islands and inlets were absolutely stunning. The landing on the grass runway next to the beach was really great and the opportunity to walk around and take in the views on the island (which is where they live) was wonderful.
I can’t say enough about this outfit - I highly recommend them!!
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Keith_b
Feb 5, 2026
Fantastic flight!! - We had a fantastic flight. Richard was a great guy and very informative. We felt very safe with him. The scenery was stunning!! We were lucky enough to land near the beach and have time for photos. Highly recommend. Sally and Keith.
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Rebeccawn2001lz
Feb 4, 2026
Don’t come to Picton unless you book this trip!! Beautiful!! - Not to be missed!! What a memorable experience!! Professional and an excellent way to see the water and the sounds from high up- book to avoid disappointment- my husband and I pitched up on a sunny day and managed to get two of the four seats on the light aircraft- very lucky indeed!! The stop at the airstrip on the beach was an unexpected surprise- thank you!!
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Anonymous
Jan 26, 2026
Spectacular trip - 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
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