40-minute Mt.Tasman, Mt.Cook, Franz Josef & Fox Glacier Helicopter Tour
40-minute Mt.Tasman, Mt.Cook, Franz Josef & Fox Glacier Helicopter Tour
Duration: 40 minutes
40 minutes
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See Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers from the air on a 40‑minute helicopter flight with a snow landing at Franz Josef.
Glide over icefalls, mountain ridges and lush valleys before landing on snow for photos and a short on‑glacier moment.
Enjoy engaging insights from your pilot about the glaciers and Southern Alps scenery as you fly.
40-minute Mt.Tasman, Mt.Cook, Franz Josef & Fox Glacier helicopter tour
Snow landing on Franz Josef glacier
Pilot guide
Helicopter landing on snowy mountain with people playing in snow, Fox & Franz Scenic Flight.
Soar above Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers on an extended helicopter flight showcasing New Zealand’s most dramatic alpine scenery. Fly over towering peaks, deep glacier valleys, and sweeping icefalls before landing on snow atop Franz Josef Glacier for a truly memorable alpine moment.
Getting started
This experience includes a 40-minute helicopter flight departing from Franz Josef or Fox Glacier township. Arrive early to check in, receive a safety briefing, and meet your pilot before take-off.
What to expect
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Aerial views: Enjoy wide-ranging views of twin glaciers, rugged mountain terrain, and dramatic glacier valleys as you fly through the heart of the Southern Alps.
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Snow landing: Step onto pristine glacier snow for photos and time to take in the crisp alpine surroundings.
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Pilot commentary: Hear fascinating insights about the region’s glaciers and landscapes through live narration from your knowledgeable pilot.
Helicopter flying over snow-covered mountains in Fox and Franz Josef, New Zealand.
Person enjoying snow with helicopter and snowy mountains in Fox & Franz.
Helicopter landing on snowy mountain with people playing in snow, Fox & Franz Scenic Flight.
Helicopter flying over snow-covered mountains in Fox and Franz Josef, New Zealand.
Person enjoying snow with helicopter and snowy mountains in Fox & Franz.
Helicopter flying over Fox Glacier with Southern Alps in the background.
What to bring
- Bring along your warm upper-body clothing (preferably 3-4 layers), leggings or light trousers, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
What's not allowed
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Selfie sticks and drones are not allowed on this experience.
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Please avoid using iPads for photography during flights as they can obstruct views. Feel free to use phones, cameras, or GoPros instead.
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Jeans are not recommended for this experience as they become very heavy, cold and uncomfortable to wear when wet.
Additional information
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Snow landings are subject to weather conditions and are at the pilot’s discretion.
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Infants under 3 years weighing less than 15 kg will fly for free, sitting on an adult's lap. Infants under 3 years weighing above 15 kg must be charged at the child fare.
Helicopter on snowy mountain with Fox & Franz Scenic Flight Options.
Helicopter tour group on snow-covered Fox Glacier with Southern Alps backdrop.
Helicopter flying over Fox Glacier with Southern Alps in the background.
Helicopter on snowy mountain with Fox & Franz Scenic Flight Options.
Helicopter tour group on snow-covered Fox Glacier with Southern Alps backdrop.
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