Glacier adventure exploring the dynamic Franz Josef or Fox Glacier.

Highlights

• Explore one of our stunning West Coast glaciers.

• Gaze over staggering ice formations and rugged South Island terrain, taking in views of snowy glacial plains.

• Your pilot will choose the best location for your stunning snow landing on the day of your flight.

Duration

20-minute total trip duration including snow landing.

Please allow approximately 1 hour for check-in, safety briefing and your flight.

About

Take in the stunning views of ice formations and rugged West Coast terrain, where mountains meet the ocean. Experience landing on the snowy glacial plains and breathe in the clean mountain air. The Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers are constantly moving. You will land on one of these giant glaciers; your pilot, the weather patterns, and the daily movement of these vast ice formations will determine the location.

What's Included

• Scenic helicopter flight.
• Snow landing atop a glacier
• Informative pilot commentary.

More Info

Get ready! Here’s what you should know

Departure Locations Departs and returns from The Helicopter Line Base OR Glacier Helicopters Base situated on the Main Road (State Highway 6), Franz Josef Glacier, 7856. These meeting points are approx. 30m apart, we will reach out to you the day before with the exact meeting point!

Departure Times and Check In Please call 0800 807 767, 24-hours prior to departure to reconfirm your booking.

Weather check – due to very changeable weather conditions your weather check is at the same time as check-in.

Check-in closes 30 minutes prior to departure time.

Weather Your flight is subject to favourable weather conditions; if cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund. We recommend booking your flights early in your trip with flexibility for weather changes. We don’t want you to miss out.

What To Bring

• Warm clothing.
• Sturdy covered shoes.
• Sunglasses and sunscreen.
• Your phone/camera.

Additional Information

• Confirmation will be received within 48-hours of booking, subject to availability.
• Flights, landings and routes may vary due to weather and the pilot’s discretion. Flight times are approximate and include your landing.
• Minimum passenger numbers apply for flights. Bookings will be coordinated to achieve this where possible.
• Prices include concession fees contributing toward conservation and sustainability management.
• Drones, iPads, bags and selfie sticks are not allowed on board for safety.
• We recommend booking your flights early in your trip with flexibility for weather changes. We don’t want you to miss out.