Breathtaking Fox & Franz Glacier Helicopter Tour!
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Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier on this 35-minute helicopter flight with a glacier landing along the way. Discover up close their neve and unusual ice formations. You will then land on the snowfields up on one of the glaciers which is a huge highlight and will make for superb photos, snowballs and memories, before heading back down to Franz Josef Township
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jowhiting2, 2/22/2026 9:37:46 PM
Excellent experience for a reasonable price. Easy to book and get instructions re flight. Fantastic to walk on glacier and take pictures. Richard our pilot was very informative.
cindybE4398UM, 2/22/2026 8:30:59 PM
We were fortunate that the weather was perfect and we absolutely loved our experience. Definitely a highlight of our trip to New Zealand. I would highly recommend. Although we were required to be separated from family members for the flight, we were able to come together for photos at the snow landing site.
136Jean, 2/18/2026 11:05:29 PM
Great professional set up ideal to get to as we stayed in Franz Josef. Although we couldn’t do our planned trip due to weather conditions the staff who are all welcoming and friendly did offer a refund if we wanted but we opted to do the shorter trip over 1 glacier as it was our only opportunity. Our pilot James was great and landed us on rocks by a summer alpine pool which was gorgeous we got to feel the mountain air touch some snow have a little wander and take some great photos. We would highly recommend this company
Netty1313, 2/18/2026 3:55:23 AM
A lovely trip. Well organised and friendly staff. Cloud covered the very top of Mount Cook but it did not spoil the experience
AngelaWright08, 2/14/2026 11:31:05 PM
Very professional team with a great pilot. Super experience all round
Paradise597174, 2/7/2026 2:33:44 AM
After bad weather prevented us from going up as planned, we were finally able to fly on the third attempt. The staff were very helpful in rescheduling which we very much appreciated. So glad not to have missed this - it was a fantastic experience. James, our pilot, pointed out the key features and shared some interesting facts. We were able to land on the snowfield and capture some amazing photographs. Would highly recommend!
carolravnaasanda, 2/3/2026 11:52:35 PM
The only reason they did as well as a two is because of the cloudless sky. What a money hungry / greedy company.!They stuff 7 adults, including the pilot into what was designed as a four passenger helicopter. The two people in the middle in the back are paying full price and getting a. Much worse experience. We could not even sit shoulder to shoulder in the back seat as there was not enough room. The guy to my right video recorded the whole flight with his phone in the middle of the glass so it was not possible to take photos on that side. The two passengers in the front did the same so no photos could be taken in that direction. Upon return, I asked to speak to the manager and she was too busy, so they took down my name and phone number. I did get a call back and upon answering, she hung up. I guess that means she called me back. I returned her call immediately only to have them take down my name and phone number again.
Ankur_K, 2/1/2026 4:45:45 PM
A wonderful experience, specially the landing on the glacier itself. Recommend this for everyone at least once.
Simon_Q, 1/27/2026 11:36:08 PM
Good Helicopter trip with friendly, helpful staff. We only had 4 people which was great, not sure I would have liked being on there with what I believe is the capacity of 6, that would be very cramped
O7505HDbarryn, 1/21/2026 9:11:27 PM
Due to bad weather we were unable to fly. Staff in office very helpful and rebooked us immediately on next morning. Unfortunately weathrr again prevented flight but stzff agaon fave us gpod advice to try a flight further south as we were travelling toward Queenstown. Have still not had flight due to weather but recommend everyone have a plan B in case of bad weather as this can occur anytime. Staff were excellent and offered alternatives.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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).
Departure point
Please check in 30 minutes prior to your chosen departure time. Departure Point: Main Street of Town Address: Located in the township of Franz Josef Glacier on the Main Street though town - Main South Road, SH6Return details
Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier on this 35-minute helicopter flight with a glacier landing along the way. Discover up close their neve and unusual ice formations. You will then land on the snowfields up on one of the glaciers which is a huge highlight and will make for superb photos, snowballs and memories, before heading back down to Franz Josef TownshipRedemption
All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions. If you are staying in the town you are flying from, the base will be no longer than a 10-minute walk from where you are staying24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund





