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Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand
- 20 minutes
- Flight time: 20 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
See the Franz Josef Glacier from the air on a helicopter flight above ice falls, snowfields, and crevasses. Touch down on a snowfield to see the icy landscape up close, and take in sweeping views across the maritime glacier. This helicopter tour departs from a helipad in Franz Josef township.
- Franz Josef helicopter tour
- See the glacier from the air
- Panoramic views of the ice
- Land in a glacial snowfield
- Choice of several departures throughout the day
What's Included
- Professional Guide
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Franz Josef, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park, West Coast Region, South Island
Departure Point: Main Street of Town Address: Located in the townships of Franz Josef Glacier on the Main Street though town - Main South Road, SH6 Dates: Daily
Start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Opening hours
- 10/1/2023 - 9/30/2024
Monday - Sunday : 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Make your way to a central location in Franz Josef township, where you check in for the flight; helicopter departures are available throughout the day, and can be arranged after booking.
Lift off above the Franz Josef Glacier, which stretches through Westland Tai Poutini National Park, with thick forest that creeps to the edge of the ice. Mid-way through the flight, the pilot touched down on part of the glacier snowfield, in a location that could otherwise be reached only with specialized equipment and mountaineering guides. After time to snap some photos and enjoy the view, return to the helicopter for the flight back to Franz Josef township, where this tour concludes at the original departure point.
Lift off above the Franz Josef Glacier, which stretches through Westland Tai Poutini National Park, with thick forest that creeps to the edge of the ice. Mid-way through the flight, the pilot touched down on part of the glacier snowfield, in a location that could otherwise be reached only with specialized equipment and mountaineering guides. After time to snap some photos and enjoy the view, return to the helicopter for the flight back to Franz Josef township, where this tour concludes at the original departure point.
Franz Josef Glacier
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- We recommend you bring along warm clothes, sunglasses, sturdy footwear, your camera and a sense of adventure!
- For safety reasons, we do not allow selfie sticks, drones, flammable liquids, lighters, iPads/ tablets and bags of any description on any of our flights.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Featured review
Michelle_T
This was a great experience. My very first helicopter ride and Steve the pilot was fantastic!! The take off and landing on the snow was out of this world and the size of the glacier is breathtaking! A must do for everyone
Reviews
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111 reviews
David_B, Mar 2024
Fabulous experience, well run operation, Pilot was very informative. Landed on Glacier was there for about 10-15 minutes, took some great photos.
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Hi David,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We're very pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your flight and landing. Thank you for joining us.
Best wishes,
Glacier Helicopters
Chris_B, Jan 2024
It was absolutely awesome! Unfortunately my phone ran out of charge so I couldn’t take any photos. It was to be the highlight of our trip- and it really was!! Thank you.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Kia Ora Chris,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review and for recommending us for future travelers. We are thrilled to be the highlight of your trip. Thank you for joining us.
Best wishes,
Glacier Helicopters
Stephanie_F, Jun 2023
This was a highlight of our trip to New Zealand! It was stunning and I left a piece of my heart here!
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Kia Ora Stephanie, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are very glad you had a great time and that it was the highlight of your trip. We hope to have you back for another flight in the future. Thank you for joining us.
Lyn_A, May 2023
Landing on the glacier and our pilot was very knowledgeable and friendly.
The flight was incredible and the glacier was magnificent
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Kia Ora Lyn, thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review and sharing your experience. We are glad to hear the pilot was able to explain where you are and what you are looking at throughout your flight. We thank you for including us on your West Coast adventure.
Michelle_T, Apr 2023
This was a great experience. My very first helicopter ride and Steve the pilot was fantastic!! The take off and landing on the snow was out of this world and the size of the glacier is breathtaking! A must do for everyone
Response from Host, Apr 2023
Kia Ora Michelle, Thank you for your wonderful, 5-star review of your experience. Sounds like the perfect first flight. Will be sure to pass along your feedback to Steve. Thanks for joining us on your West Coast adventure.
Jim_M, Apr 2023
Straight forward and professional service. Went with my wife and we were lucky to get a beautiful day. The experience was fantastic. I would definitely recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2023
Kia Ora Jim, Thank you for your 5-star review and for your kind review. We're so glad you enjoyed your flight and that the weather put on a real show for you. Thank you for recommending us. We appreciate your support.
Adam_P, Feb 2023
A must do at FJG! You won’t regret it! Fantastic scenery, glacier flyover, and the 10 min outside on the glacier is spectacular!
Desiree_H, Jan 2023
Met our expectations - short and pricey but worth it. Not something you do every day! The teenagers loved sitting in front with the pilot.
Gary_D, Nov 2022
A truly unforgettable experience.
- We initially booked for the late afternoon (upon arrival into Franz Josef), but this was cancelled due to weather. We were easily able to reschedule for the following morning.
- Helicopter ride was easy and smooth, with breathtaking views of the glacier and its surroundings.
- Landing on the glacier was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
It is fairly pricey for a 20 minute experience, but it was definitely worth it.
Sharon_A, Nov 2022
It was an amazing experience, once in a lifetime, loved it. Would definitely do it again. Would recommend for everyone.
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