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Franz Josef and Fox Glacier 30 Minute Scenic Flight From Franz Josef

Experience Franz Josef and Fox Glacier from the sky, admire views of the Southern Alps and Mount Cook and enjoy an exciting snow landing!

Franz Josef, New Zealand

Duration
30 minutes

Start & End Time
Various

Pick-Up & Drop-Off
Not included

Minimum Age
All ages

Fitness Level
Low

Languages
English

What's Included

Experience Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier from the sky
30 minute experience
8-10 minute scenic flight
Land on the snow plains of the Franz Glacier
Admire views of the Southern Alps and Mount Cook
Snow landing atop the Glacier
Informative pilot commentary

Why do we love this

We love that you get to see Franz Josef AND Fox Glacier from the sky on this trip. It's often hard to choose between the two, but you get a different vantage point of both on this trip!

What to Expect

See Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier in a whole new way on this epic scenic flight.

Enjoy a 30-minute experience with up to 10 minutes in the air, soaring from Franz Josef Village over both the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. You'll travel over the townships before following the ice flow high up into the upper reaches.

Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers are two of New Zealand largest glaciers and flying above them you’ll catch some amazing views. Flying is a great way to appreciate the incredible natural phenomenon and take in the towering ice formations and vast glaciers

Admire views of the Southern Alps and striking Mount Cook, before the highlight of your day, a snow landing! Land at the head of one of the glaciers and survey the path the glacier has carved below you. Jump out onto the ice and take it all in, making sure to snap plenty of photos.

Throughout your flight, you'll enjoy informative pilot commentary about your surroundings.

Please check in at Helicopter Line offices 30 minutes prior to departure time. (The Helicopter Line Main South Road, Franz Josef, New Zealand). Flights are not confirmed until the Glacier Helicopter Base has confirmed they have availability and weather conditions are suitable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Warm clothing.
Sturdy covered shoes (snow on your toes is not nice!)
Sunglasses and sunscreen.
Your phone/camera, and a sense of adventure.

Policies

Terms & Conditions:

Flights, landings and routes may vary due to weather and at the pilot’s discretion. Flight times are approximate and include your landing.
Your flight is subject to favourable weather conditions; if cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund.
We recommend booking your flights early in your trip with flexibility for weather changes. We don’t want you to miss out!
Minimum passenger numbers apply for flights. Bookings will be coordinated to achieve this where possible.
iPads or selfie sticks are not allowed on board for safety.

Please note that the bookings are processed manually. Please chat to us before making the booking OR you can book with us but please note your booking is confirmed only once confirmed by the tour operator.

Cancellation Policy:

Should you fail to check-in on time, or notify us of changes less than 24-hours prior to departure, your credit card will be debited with the total amount of the booked activity.
Your flight is subject to favourable weather conditions; if cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund.
We recommend booking your flights early in your trip with flexibility for weather changes. We don’t want you to miss out!