Take on the thrilling adventure of a hike on the Franz Josef Glacier. Combine an exhilarating helicopter ride, jaw-dropping scenery, and a 3-hour hike through spectacular glacier features for an unmissable, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible—book your spot and pay nothing today. Learn more
- Duration 3.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
- Small group
- Limited to 11 participants
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Participants
Date
Meet at Glacier Base Building, 63 Cron Street, Franz Josef. Check-in closes 15 minutes before departure. Please ensure that you arrive on time.
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- Warm clothing
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Snacks
- Sunscreen
- Long pants
- Hiking pants
- Reusable water bottle
Know before you go
- All trips are subject to favorable weather conditions. It is recommended to book for your first available day in Franz Josef so that you have maximum flexibility
- The date and time of your trip may be different to the one requested. The local operator will confirm your exact tour details by email after booking
- A reasonable level of fitness and agility is required as the glacier terrain is variable and reasonably challenging
- The helicopter transfers between the valley and the glacier are around 4 minutes each way
- Children must be least 8 years old, weight at least 35 kg, and be at least 137 cm tall to participate in this tour
- For your safety, participation is not permitted for those over the weight of 115 kg or pregnant women
- Please advise of any previous medical conditions or injuries. If you have any doubts, consult your medical practitioner prior to booking
- The road leading north out of Franz Josef is closed until further notice due to flooding