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Fox and Franz Josef Glacier 30 minute Helicopter Flight

📍 Franz Josef, New Zealand
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Twin Glacier (HLF4) ex Franz Josef Glacier
  • This is approximately a 30 minute flight and includes a snow landing All flight tours depart from and return to Fox and Franz Josef township Flights operate almost every 30 minutes between 8am and 5.50pm and are subject to weather and availability
🕐 Valid for 90 days

About this experience

Explore two spectacular glaciers from above and actually land on one of them on this **Fox and Franz Josef Twin Glacier with Glacier Landing Helicopter Adventure!** These glaciers, sandwiched between the Tasman Sea and the Southern Alps on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island, are the most low-lying of their type in the world and are incredible sites to explore. Begin your adventure at the base of one of the glaciers, where you board the helicopter. Fly above the extraordinary alpine region, viewing the glacial icefalls and the unusual and impressive formations. After viewing it from above, you have the opportunity to experience it first hand when you land on one of the glacier’s snowfields! Roam the snowfield, take stunning photos, make snow angels and have a snowball fight! This 30-minute adventure will surely last a lifetime in your memory!

Highlights

  • Fly with a company that has over 27 years of experience operating in NZ's alpine environment
  • View the incredible natural phenomenon of the glaciers
  • Scenic flight over Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
  • Helicopter Landing on the snow
  • Professional trained staff offering commentary

What's included

  • Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier
  • Discover up close their neve and unusual ice formations - landing on the snowfields is a highlight and will make for superb photos, snowballs and memories

How to use

  1. Show Mobile Ticket
  2. Ticketing counter
  3. Your booking is confirmed. Final Ticket will be sent to you separately. Please present either mobile or printed Final Ticket for redemption.

What to expect

The Helicopter Line Glacier Flights West Coast

Helicopter Flight:
Spectacular Aerial Views: Begin your adventure by boarding a helicopter at the base of one of the glaciers. Fly above the stunning alpine region, viewing the extraordinary glacial icefalls and impressive formations from above.
Twin Glacier Experience: See both the Fox and Franz Josef glaciers, two of the most low-lying glaciers in the world, nestled between the Tasman Sea and the Southern Alps on New Zealand’s South Island.
Glacier Landing:
Snowfield Landing: Experience the thrill of landing on one of the glacier’s snowfields.
Exploration Time: Roam the pristine snowfield, take stunning photos, make snow angels, and have a snowball fight.

Operating hours

Flights operate almost every 30 minutes between 8am and 5.50pm and are subject to weather and availability

Things to note

  • On all scenic flights, minimum numbers apply of 3 passengers. Individual bookings may be combined if neccessary to achieve minimum numbers
  • Glacier Helicopters carry a maximum of six passengers per flight
  • On occasion, map routes may change at the pilots' discretion. We will keep you informed of any changes to the published information
  • A child is 4-14 years. Infants up to 3 years are FOC and are required to sit on an adult's knee. Children must be accompanied by a fee paying adult
  • Both Franz and Fox bases have parking available on the street

Terms & conditions

  • On all scenic flights, minimum numbers apply of 3 passengers. Individual bookings may be combined if neccessary to achieve minimum numbers
  • Glacier Helicopters carry a maximum of six passengers per flight
  • On occasion, map routes may change at the pilots' discretion. We will keep you informed of any changes to the published information
  • A child is 4-14 years. Infants up to 3 years are FOC and are required to sit on an adult's knee. Children must be accompanied by a fee paying adult
  • Both Franz and Fox bases have parking available on the street

From
14,103
📍 Main Road, Franz Josef / Waiau
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Frequently asked questions

The starting price for Fox and Franz Josef Glacier 30 minute Helicopter Flight is ₹ 14,103. Contact us on WhatsApp for group rates, child pricing or current promotions.

Yes, many of our guests visit Fox and Franz Josef Glacier 30 minute Helicopter Flight with children. We recommend contacting us on WhatsApp for specific child age restrictions, height requirements or family packages before booking.

Confirmation for Fox and Franz Josef Glacier 30 minute Helicopter Flight is typically processed within a few hours of your WhatsApp enquiry. Our team will keep you updated throughout.

Yes, you can select your preferred visit date when enquiring via WhatsApp. Subject to availability, our team will confirm the date that works best for you.

Operating hours: Flights operate almost every 30 minutes between 8am and 5.50pm and are subject to weather and availability. Hours may vary on public holidays — we recommend confirming with us on WhatsApp before your visit.

You can find Fox and Franz Josef Glacier 30 minute Helicopter Flight at: Main Road, Franz Josef / Waiau, Franz Josef, New Zealand.

Simply tap the 'Enquire on WhatsApp' button and send us a message. Our team will confirm availability and send your tickets within hours.