Franz Josef: Mountain Scenic Spectacular 40-Min Helicopter Flight
About this tour
Experience two of New Zealand's finest National Parks, divided by the imposing Southern Alps. Discover the gigantic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glacier snowfields with a helicopter snow landing on Franz Josef Glacier at around 2134 meters (7000 feet). Learn about the stunning landscape as your professional pilot delivers an informative commentary enroute. You'll fly along the Main Divide for fantastic views of the Tasman Glacier and Aoraki (Mount Cook) before heading back down towards the lush rainforests at the edge of the Tasman Sea.
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Highlights
- ✓GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- ✓Scenic helicopter flight with snow landing (5 - 10 minutes)
- ✓Pilot guide
- ✓Live commentary on board
Itinerary
Stop 1
Departing from Franz Josef Village, fly up towards the Franz Josef Glacier and enjoy the incredible views as your soar up over the glacial crevasses and ever changing ice formations before landing up on the Franz Josef Glacier for up to 10 minutes.
Stop 2
Soar past the spectacular Southern Alps!
Stop 3
Fly close to Mount Cook/Aoraki, New Zealand's highest peak as well as seeing the Tasman Glacier, New Zealand's longest glacier.
Stop 4
Fly over Fox Glacier during your experience and marvel at the impressive ice formations.
Included
- ✓ GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- ✓ Scenic helicopter flight with snow landing (5 - 10 minutes)
- ✓ Pilot guide
- ✓ Live commentary on board
Not included
- ✕ Items of a personal nature
From
$411.75 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
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- 📍 Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand
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Compare tours in Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Landing | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franz Josef: Mountain Scenic Spectacular 40-Min Helicopter FlightThis tour | Duration varies | 5.0 (38) | Yes | From $411.75 | |
| Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing | 25 min | 4.9 (241) | Yes | From $234.02 | View → |
| Fox Glacier and Mount Cook Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing | 35 min | 4.9 (48) | Yes | From $293.26 | View → |
| Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing | 25 min | 4.8 (228) | Yes | From $228.16 | View → |
From
$411.75 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
Check availabilityYou'll complete your booking securely on Viator
- ⏱ Duration varies
- 📍 Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand
As an affiliate partner, we may earn a commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Prices and availability are set and provided by Viator.
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