Marvel at some of New Zealand’s most amazing scenery on this once-in-a-lifetime 30-minute helicopter flight over the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. Enjoy panoramic views of the glaciers’ natural beauty from your helicopter high in the sky. Listen to live commentary from your professional pilot on route and gaze over the mantle of sheet ice and...Read more
Fox or Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes)
Fly from our Franz Josef or Fox Glacier Heliport to the top of the Fox or Franz Josef icefall and land on the snow for a fantastic photographic opportunity. This entry level flight will show you why so many are impressed by the sheer crevasses and pinicles that form the...Read more
The perfect opportunity to get up close to the glacier and touch snow. You'll be captivated as you lift off and fly up and over Fox Glacier and experience the solitude of landing in this wonderful natural alpine...Read more
Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 3 hour 15 minute ( approx) Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles area of the glacier with your guide. Navigate your way through the maze of ice on your moderately difficult hike. Learn of the dramatic environmental changes affecting the glacier...Read more
Twin Glacier Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 30 minutes)
This flight gives you the opportunity to discover the scenic wonders of both the Fox and Franz Josef Glacier's. With departures available from Franz Josef or Fox (separate schedules), you will be amazed by the wonderful blue ice of these two beauties...Read more
From sea level rising to the heart of the magnificent Southern Alps, this 20-minute helicopter flight explores the awe-inspiring ice falls of the Franz Josef Glacier. The flight includes a snow landing, an excellent opportunity to really take in the surroundings and breathe the clean alpine...Read more
The GRAND TOUR including snow landing (allow 40 minutes)
The “grand-daddy” of all flights! Explore both glaciers as well as taking in Mount Cook and Mount Tasman. We top this off by landing you on the snow for photo opportunities. As a bonus, weather permitting we cross the main divide for you to view the Tasman Glacier. This will be...Read more
Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier on this 30-minute helicopter flight. Discover up close their neve and unusual ice formations. Landing on the snowfields is a highlight and will make for superb photos, snowballs and...Read more
Visit this iconic Lake which has just been named NZ's Great Short Walk.
World famous for it's stunning mirror-like reflections of our highest mountains - Mt Tasman and Mt Cook. Relaxed guided nature walking tour through an incredible primeval rainforest to magnificent reflections and mountain views. Departure times vary throughout the year...Read more
A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mirror-like water and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Southern Alps and Glaciers.
Lake Mapourika was created by the mighty Franz Josef Glacier as it retreated some 14 000 years ago, now it sits sandwiched between the Southern Alps and...Read more
Explore all that Lake Mapourika has to offer in this half day guided Kayak & Walk excursion - just minutes away from Franz Josef Glacier! Paddle across the calm, reflective waters and take in the panoramic views of NZ's tallest peaks and Glaciers. Follow your guide through the rain forest trail and enjoy coffee and tea while taking in the views....Read more
Approx 2 - 2.5 hour fully guided walking tour in the Fox Glacier Valley (inc breaks). Transport included from Franz Josef and Fox Glacier townships. Afternoon tea provided, as well as wet weather gear, umbrellas and walking poles.
The track runs through lush historic glaciated rainforest in Westland Tai Poutini National Park, with...Read more
Enjoy exclusive access to our private rainforest trail, only accessible by boat! The rainforest trail journeys through a Kiwi Conservation region and some of Westland's oldest untouched...Read more
Locally owned at operated family business. Informative small group tours with experienced nature guide. . Family-friendly and suitable for all ages & abilities, we cater tours to suit you, at your pace. Lots of information on glaciology, geology, geomorphology, flora & fauna, local legends &...Read more
Fly over both the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, before crossing the main divide to take in the mighty Tasman Glacier. Mount Cook and Mount Tasman, along with the Southern Alps, give you the ultimate backdrop for a stunning experience, before touching down for a snow landing, high up in our beautiful backyard.
Explore the grandeur of the Franz Josef Glacier, taking in views of the stunning Southern Alps and Mount Elie de Beaumont before touching down for a breath-taking snow landing with panoramic mountain views.
Glacier Country Helicopters' scenic flights depart from our private helipad, located next to the Franz Josef Glacier's ancient terminal...Read more