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From Fox Glacier: Scenic Helicopter Flight Tour with Snow Landing

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Scenic helicopter flight taking off from Franz Josef with snow landing, offering exclusive aerial views of the snowy landscape

Scenic helicopter flying over snow-covered mountains on the From Franz Josef: Scenic Helicopter Flight Tours with Snow Landing

Scenic helicopter flight taking off from Franz Josef with snow landing, offering unique aerial views of the stunning landscape

Discover the icy landscapes as you soar above Fox Glacier on a 20/30/40-min ride and admire views of Mt.Cook and Mt.Tasman with an optional upgrade.

Highlights

Soar above the emerald rainforests and trade the hiking trails for a snow landing atop Fox Glacier, where icy blue seracs contrast the black mountains with white peaks.
Craving comfort and dazzling views? Upgrade your experience to include the Franz Josef Glacier - a mosaic of crevasses with a frozen river carving through mountains.
Adventure seekers, this is your ultimate upgrade! The chopper takes you to a viewpoint of Mt.Cook, New Zealand's highest peak, a giant playing peek-a-boo with the clouds.
Don't just see the Southern Alps, conquer them all! This all-inclusive package whisks you away on an epic adventure, taking in Franz Josef, Fox Glacier, Mt.Tasman, and Mt.Cook.
Fun fact: One of the most remarkable facts about Mount Cook is that it still grows with an average of 7 millimeters (0.28 inches) each year.

Inclusions

20-min Fox Glacier helicopter tour
Snow landing
Pilot guide
30-min Franz Josef & Fox Glacier helicopter tour (optional)
30-min Fox Glacier & Mt.Cook helicopter tour (optional)
40-min Glaciers, Mt.Cook & Mt.Tasman helicopter tour (optional)

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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Graham

5/5

Nov, 2024

Experience was super but at time of writing I have not received any credit for being moved to a cheaper tour the next day .So tour was awesome but admin from headout not so good as no credit received for much cheaper tour on the following day.

Headout Guest

5/5

Nov, 2024

Wow this was spectacular, the views, the landing, our pilot was helpful and gave a great commentary. This will be a highlight of this holiday. The check in and ground crew were also very helpful and considerate of my mobility issues. Couldn’t have been kinder.

Headout Guest

5/5

Nov, 2024

I wish I could give more than five Stars. Our helicopter departed from Franz Josef early in the morning before the clouds rolled in. It was a perfectly clear sky. We flew around Mt. Cook, Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier and did a snow landing. The ride was smooth and the views were spectacular. I strongly encourage everyone to take the Grand Tour.

Headout Guest

5/5

Nov, 2024

Absolutely outstanding & a must do. Every staff member was exceptional. And this experience I feel is a must do. We were incredibly lucky with the weather. This goes down as one of the experiences I’ve lived to date. Chris and Dee you are awesome

Emaricus

5/5

Nov, 2024

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Your experience

Fly over New Zealand's alpine terrains

Your adventure begins as you board the helicopter from the heli base at Franz Josef. The world shrinks beneath you as you soar above the lush rainforests, their emerald canopy giving you way to snow-capped peaks. Soon you'll be greeted by the view of Franz Josef glacier, its majestic icefalls cascading down like frozen waterfalls. Your pilot will expertly maneuver the helicopter for a breathtaking snow landing. Stepping onto the pristine expanse, you're enveloped by the crisp mountain air and the silence broken only by the crunch of fresh snow underfoot.

Fox Glacier tour

Upgrade your ticket for a journey over not one, but two of New Zealand's fastest-moving glaciers. Be mesmerized by the beauty of the Fox Glacier, marveling at its intricate ice formations and the power it wields as it carves its way through the landscape. As you land on the Fox Glacier near Victoria Falls, capture the breathtaking panorama in photographs that will leave your friends speechless.

The mighty Mt.Cook and Mt.Tasman

For the truly adventurous soul, this upgrade is all you need! The incredible aerial views of Mount Cook, New Zealand's tallest peak, as well as the spectacular views of turquoise blue icebergs with water reflections on the Tasman Glacier Lake, will surely take your breath away.

Know before you go

What to bring

Bring along your sunglasses, covered shoes (sneakers or trainers are fine) hiking boots, and 3 to 4 layers of warm clothing.

What's not allowed

Selfie sticks and drones are not allowed on this experience.
Please avoid using iPads for photography during flights as they can obstruct views. Feel free to use phones, cameras, or GoPros instead.

Additional information

Snow landings are subject to weather conditions and are at the pilot’s discretion."

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Please arrive at the redemption point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.