Scenic Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing: Franz Josef Glacier

Fly away towards the Southern Alps in this once-in-a-lifetime helicopter experience over the Fox Glacier. Start your adventure at the helicopter base in Franz Josef Township, and meet your expert pilot. Once you take off, marvel at the spectacular panoramic views over the town and surrounding landscapes before making your way back towards the Franz Josef Glacier. As you near the picturesque mountains, cruise over the dramatic ice falls and deep crevasses before stopping for a snow landing. Use this moment to take in the beauty of your surroundings. Breathe in the fresh mountain air and take photographs in this winter wonderland. When you're done, join your pilot on the flight back to the Franz Josef Glacier Township.

Scenic Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing: Franz Josef Glacier

Swooping over the pristine landscapes of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, this tour embarks on an exhilarating journey that weaves through snow-capped peaks and cascading ice falls. Crafted for explorers of natural wonders, devotees of glacial beauty, and seekers of adventure, this flight invites you to marvel at the untamed majesty of Franz Josef Glacier. With panoramic views stretching as far as the eye can see, each moment offers a breathtaking spectacle that transforms into memories like crystalline shards etched in time. This aerial odyssey not only showcases the awe-inspiring ice falls but also creates an intimate connection with New Zealand's raw beauty.

Marveling at Franz Josef Glacier's Enchanting Ice Falls

Visit Franz Josef Glacier during the tour’s highlight segment where you will be captivated by the sheer scale and dramatic beauty of its towering ice formations. Accessible only by helicopter, this glacier is a testament to nature’s power, with its blue-tinted ice cascading down from the Southern Alps in spectacular fashion. As your expert pilot navigates through the pristine wilderness, you’ll find yourself mesmerized by the intricate patterns etched into each ice fall, revealing stories of ancient times and environmental changes. The glacier itself stretches over 12 kilometers, with its terminus resting at an altitude of just 300 meters above sea level—an anomaly in the glacial world that makes it particularly unique. Marveling at these natural wonders provides a profound understanding of the delicate balance between nature’s forces and our planet's changing climate.

Tour Highlights

• Visit Franz Josef Glacier observation point highest viewpoint
• Experience aerial photography opportunities comprehensive
• Explore snow landing area second-largest accessible in New Zealand
• Discover panoramic views over Southern Alps impressively vast
• Include expert pilot commentary uniquely engaging and informative
• Enjoy Insta-worthy photographs optional memorable keepsakes

For explorers of the wild, devotees of glacial beauty, and seekers of untouched landscapes, this helicopter flight weaves a tapestry of natural wonders that captivates the soul. Each moment is a step into an enchanted realm where ice falls whisper secrets of ancient times, and panoramic vistas stretch endlessly under azure skies. Crafting memories like a painter’s brush strokes across a canvas of snow and ice, this adventure offers more than just breathtaking sights; it provides an understanding of nature's enduring power, reminding us that every journey leaves its mark on the heart as much as on memory.