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Franz Josef: Twin Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers Helicopter Trip

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Franz Josef: Twin Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers Helicopter Trip
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Top rated
4.9  / 572 reviews

Helicopter over both the Twin Glacier Fox and Franz Josef glaciers for astounding views of the Southern Alps, Mount Cook, and Mount Tasman and experience a scenic snow landing.

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Duration 30 minutes
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Daryl – Australia

We had a spectacular day. Visibility was unlimited.

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Julie – United Kingdom

Excellent trip with knowledgeable pilot. Jiorde was fantastic and shared lots of local information with us. He was very professional. The flight and especially the touchdown on the glacier was an amazing experience.

Experience

Highlights

  • Enjoy an unforgettable helicopter ride above Glacier Fox and Franz Josef Glacier
  • Marvel at the sheer blue depth of the world-famous glacial icefalls
  • Get magnificent views of the Southern Alps, Mount Cook, and Mount Tasman
  • Experience a snow landing that provides stunning photo opportunities

Full description

Experience double the excitement as you fly over the stunning Twin Glacier Fox and Franz Josef Glacier on a helicopter ride over stunning mountain landscapes that includes a scenic snow landing.  Depart from Franz Josef town and within minutes you will be soaring across the majestic icefall of the Franz Josef Glacier where you will ascend among the mountain tops for your snow landing experience. As you fly, admire below you the snowfields of the Twin Glacier Fox and Franz Josef Glacier, and magnificent views of the Southern Alps, Mount Cook, and Mount Tasman. After 10 minutes of feeling the snow on your feet, jump back in the helicopter and take off once again across the snowfield expanse and then land back where you departed from.

Includes

  • 30-minute scenic helicopter ride
  • Commentary throughout the flight
  • 10-minute landing experience
  • Hotel pickup or drop-off

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Participants

Meeting point

Meet at Alpine Adventure Centre, 29 Main Road, Franz Josef. Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Camera

Know before you go

  • Infants under 3 years weighing less than 15 kg will fly for free, sitting on an adult's lap. Infants under 3 years weighing above 15 kg must be charged at the child fare
  • Flight departures, routes, and snow landing are subject to suitable weather conditions and at the pilot's discretion

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 72 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Daryl – AustraliaMarch 16, 2025 – Verified booking
We had a spectacular day. Visibility was unlimited.
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Julie – United KingdomMarch 12, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent trip with knowledgeable pilot. Jiorde was fantastic and shared lots of local information with us. He was very professional. The flight and especially the touchdown on the glacier was an amazing experience.
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Zoe – AustraliaMarch 9, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing bucket list experience. Excellent guide and pilot. Felt very safe even when flying through a cloud band. Stunning snowy peak tops and glacier viewing. Landing on the glacier a definite must do. Thank you so much Jamie for the once in a lifetime experience.

Product ID: 352691

Activity provider:HeliServices.NZ Fox Franz Haast

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