Helicopter Tours

30-Minute Franz Josef & Fox Glacier Tour

Duration

30 mins

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    • Experience a helicopter flight above two iconic glaciers with a snow landing on Franz Josef.

    • Take in icefalls, lush rainforest valleys, and alpine peaks, then land on the snow for unforgettable photos.

    • Learn about the region’s changing glaciers through live commentary from your pilot guide.

    • 30-minute flight over Fox and Franz Josef Glacier

    • Snow landing on Franz Josef glacier

    • Pilot guide

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 70 reviews

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    Guatemala
    Switzerland
    Ireland
    Taiwan
    Netherlands
    India
    Australia
    United Kingdom
    France
    Belgium
    Guatemala
    Switzerland
    Ireland
    Taiwan
    Netherlands
    India
    Guests from Australia, United Kingdom, France and over 14 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Aida S

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    The smooth operation. The amazing pilot and the awe inspiring views

    Gervase B

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 days ago
    Great views of both glaciers and the snow landing was great

    Ming Y

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Sep 2026
    Our 1st experience on a heli and the flight up is thrilling. Stepping on the glazier is unforgettable. Unspoilt nature. Enjoyed it!

    Tracey W

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Jul 2026
    Great experience. Pilot was very good and gave a running commentary. Ground staff were very helpful moving our flight to a time later in the day when we could definitely be able to land on the snow

    Belinda B

    Family
    Verified booking
    May 2026
    The views, the pilot, just the overall experience

NZ$440

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