Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight from Fox Glacier
Overview
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35 minutes
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Twice the ice! Explore the glacial icefalls of not one but two glaciers - Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier on this 35-minute helicopter flight with a glacier landing along the way. Discover up close their neve and unusual ice formations. You will then land on the snowfields up on one of the glaciers which is a huge highlight and will make for superb photos, snowballs and memories, before heading back down to Fox Glacier Township.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
We recommend you bring along warm clothes, sunglasses, sturdy footwear, your camera and a sense of adventure!
For safety reasons, we do not allow selfie sticks, drones, flammable liquids, lighters, iPads/ tablets and bags of any description on any of our flights.
We fly all year round, weather permitting. Please note: On Christmas, we only operate for half the day (9 am - 12 pm).
What To Expect
Fox Glacier
The only thing better than one glacier is two glaciers, so why not experience twice the ice. Explore the glacial ice falls of the mighty Fox Glacier and the incomparable Franz Josef Glacier on this twin 30-minute helicopter flight from Fox Glacier. Each Glacier has its own different characteristics but both are magnificent and make for an unforgettable West Coast experience. You will discover up close their neve and unusual ice formations - landing on the snowfields is a highlight and will make for superb photos, snowballs and memories. It’s an adventure you'll remember forever and is often cited as a highlight of a New Zealand trip by holidaymakers
Franz Josef Glacier
Steeper and more dramatic or epic vastness and more remote? Take our Twin Glacier flight and you don't have to choose. This trip includes a snow landing and the chance to experience two very different glacial formations. This is the perfect trip to encounter both jaw-dropping glaciers, Fox and Franz Josef.
Options
Fox and Franz Josef Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight from Fox Glacier
What‘s Included
Professional Guide
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
52 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE
adrianh965,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such an INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE. From the booking, to the check in and onto the flight. Everything was seamless with attentive, friendly and helpful staff. Our pilot was incredibly with excellent commentary. We had an amazing experience landing on the snow and so s
Flight
christinegM5340OZ,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.0010/10 The flight was spectacular. the pilot wask brillant, skimming over jawdropping scenery for easy photos. 3/10 But my experience with Tripadvisrr was very negative. I easily booked the flight for 2, paid $600 but they took out $600 USA which was over $1000 NZ. It took half an hour to resolve the issue.
Excellent Experience Start to Finish
Jeff C,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Heli ride was incredible. Great pilot, very professional and safe. Landed on glacier for about 10 minutes. All staff was also great.
Fantastic experience.
roxy392,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience. Had to reschedule a few times due to weather but this was no fuss. Pilot Tom knew his stuff.
Wonderful experience with very professional company
Jaq555,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience with a very professional pilot who ensured safety and that the passengers were informed all the time about what we were seeing and the conditions. The glacier landing was awesome!
Wonderful flight
heatherl617,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, lovely staff, very informative
Unforgettable helicopter ride over the Fox Glaciers, Franz Jozef Glacier including landing on glacier.
W8027FTclaudiak,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had initially booked the longer option (40 minutes including Mount Cook). Unfortunately, due to the weather, flying over Mount Cook was not possible due to the weather conditions, but the short 30-minute option was definitely worth it. Something to remember.
Twin Glacier Landing
Q3985WAyvettem,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was unreal. The weather was ideal for viewing and landing on the glacier. It was our 3rd attempt ( first one in the morning timeslot) and we were so glad we got to do it. Staff were friendly and accomadating. Highly recommend and defintely choose mornings if possible.
Great experience
P8857ZPsandyc,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great communication. Flexible with booking change. Pilot provided good commentary and loved that he offered to take our photos with our camera. Couldn’t fault the day. Great experience.
Unique experience
carolinarX9705DY,May 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Flying over the Fox & Franz Josef glaciers by helicopter and landing in the snow was just magical. Feeling the cold, the silence and the vastness of the ice beneath my feet... an experience I will never forget
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