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Helicopter Tour: Franz Josef Glacier Adventure
4.9
178 Ratings
Franz Josef / Waiau
This 25-minute helicopter journey ascends from sea level to the majestic Southern Alps, offering an exploration of the breathtaking ice falls of the Franz Josef Glacier. The experience features a snow landing, providing a perfect chance to fully appreciate the scenery and enjoy the fresh alpine air.
This 25-minute helicopter journey ascends from sea level to the majestic Southern Alps, offering an exploration of the breathtaking ice falls of the Franz Josef Glacier. The experience features a snow landing, providing a perfect chance to fully appreciate the scenery and enjoy the fresh alpine air.
Duration:
25 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Franz Josef Glacier - Ascend into the skies above Franz Josef in a state-of-the-art helicopter, where the pilot offers a truly unforgettable adventure.
Starting from sea level and soaring into the heart of the majestic Southern Alps, this flight showcases the breathtaking ice falls of the Franz Josef Glacier. Marvel at the spectacular ice…
- Franz Josef Glacier - Ascend into the skies above Franz Josef in a state-of-the-art helicopter, where the pilot offers a truly unforgettable adventure.
Starting from sea level and soaring into the heart of the majestic Southern Alps, this flight showcases the breathtaking ice falls of the Franz Josef Glacier. Marvel at the spectacular ice formations, fissures, and crevasses from a bird’s-eye view.
The flight includes a snow landing, providing a perfect chance to fully appreciate the surroundings and inhale the fresh alpine air while standing on untouched white snow.
Reboard the helicopter for the return journey, touching down back in the Franz Josef township.
- Franz Josef Glacier - Snow Landing atop Franz Josef Glacier
What's Included
- Scenic Helicopter Flight
- Snow landing on Franz Josef Glacier
- Professional Guide
- Photo opportunities throughout the experience
- Scenic Helicopter Flight
- Snow landing on Franz Josef Glacier
- Professional Guide
- Photo opportunities throughout the experience
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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.
- We fly all year round, weather permitting….
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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.
- We fly all year round, weather permitting. Please note: On Christmas, we only operate for half the day (9 am - 12 pm).
Location
Glacier Helicopters Franz Josef Glacier
Please check in 30 minutes prior to your chosen departure time.
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
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
4.9
(178 Ratings)
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Asgernoer
Oct 14, 2025
Epic views - When the weather is great, this is a must do activity in Franz Joseph. We really had an awesome experience and felt super safe during the entire flight.
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Kelwade74
Sep 28, 2025
Snow glacier landing - Although we did t get to land our pilot was very nice came out to us and explained that we would not be landing on the snow due to weather and that if we choose to cancel we could get a full refund we chose to still fly and get a half refund the snow and glacier was well worth it next time hopefully we will get to land would book with the same company
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Liisa_valto
Sep 8, 2025
One of a kind - This experience is truly one of a kind! We loved every minute of it. The scenery is just unreal and we got very lucky with the weather. 5/5!
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740nelliei
Aug 11, 2025
YOU HAVE TO DO THIS... - This by far was the standout experience for us traveling to New Zealand. The staff were friendly, professional and very welcoming! Our pilot Tom had a wonderful knowledge of the glacier and gave us an unforgettable experience. YOU HAVE TO DO THIS!!!!
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Anneww7759dj
May 25, 2025
Glacier Helicopter flight and snow landing at Franz Josef - Fantastic flight over Glaciers and snow landing. Friendly, knowledgeable staff at Helicopter Line and engaging knowledgeable pilot. Would highly recommend!
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Y1650obdaveh
May 7, 2025
You won’t regret it! - It was an incredible experience, I’d definitely recommend it.
Everything was seamless. The online booking, the confirmations and prompts to check in, check weather etc.
We were wary of cloud getting worse as the day went on so arrived at the office as soon as we got into town and the lovely lady at the counter accommodated getting us on a flight straight away (1.5 hours before our booking time).
We were so grateful and had a spectacular trip! Simon our pilot was very nice and happy to share his wealth of knowledge and the views were spectacular!!!
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865madelinec
May 3, 2025
wonderful touchdown on Franz Joseph Glacier - We were kindly moved to a later flight when the early morning weather was against us. The pilot was competent, friendly and helpful inspiring confidence. The view was spectacular, the landing on glacier was soft and we had a great time.
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Navigator32681469622
Apr 19, 2025
Fantastic Tour of Franz Josef Glaciers - Highly recommend this tour, the views from Fran Josef were amazing. Getting the opportunity to Snow land by helicopter was something I will always remember - tick off from the bucket list.
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Culture17335666750
Apr 17, 2025
Wow! Franz Josef Glacier!!! - What can I say but “Spectacular”. The staff and our pilot Richard were so accommodating! The flight to and the landing on the Franz Josef glacier was awe-inspiring! Don’t miss this opportunity!!!
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Rebecca
May 21, 2025
Disappointed weather prevented us doing this adventure - Unfortunately due to bad weather we were unable to experience our Glacier Helicopter Adventure in Franz Josef on either days we were staying there Friday booking 16/05/25 or Saturday 17/05/25.:: just waiting on our refund now. We realise we cannot change the weather and although disappointed we understand safety comes first
Kind regards
Rebecca Harris
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