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.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 30 minutes
- Starting time 8:30 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
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
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Alpine Adventure Centre, 29 Main Road, Franz Josef.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera
