Fox Glacier Mountain Scenic Helicopter Flight

Overview

Available languages

English

40 minutes

Mobile ticket

This premier 40-minute helicopter tour lets you 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 landing at around 2134 meters (7000 feet). Step out of the helicopter and experience how it feels to walk on snow. Then follow 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.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

It is recommended that warm clothing and suitable footwear be worn on this tour due to cold temperatures.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Scenic helicopter flight including snow landing (5-10 minutes)

Pilot guide

Live commentary on board

Food and drinks

Gratuities

What To Expect

Fox Glacier

Departing from Fox Glacier, this is one of New Zealand's largest glaciers. From above you can view and appreciate the incredible natural phenomenon, towering ice formations and vast size of the glacier.

Admission Not Applicable

Franz Josef Glacier

Experience one of New Zealand's largest glaciers from above!

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Fox Glacier Mountain Scenic Helicopter Flight

Reviews

4.64

25 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Tour was cancelled due to weather...
David L,
Mar 11, 2018
- Viator
2.00
Tour was cancelled due to weather conditions and we were offered a cheaper alternative which we accepted and we got our partial refund 2 weeks later
An exciting experience but scary...
MRSE W,
May 12, 2016
- Viator
4.00
An exciting experience but scary! Your life is in the hands of the expert pilot. Superb views.
Apart from the fact that the day was...
Alan M,
Mar 27, 2013
- Viator
5.00
Apart from the fact that the day was perfect - no wind, no clouds, the whole experience was 6 stars. Weighing the people was a good safety measure; no baggage was another one. We were impressed with the pilot's concern for the other passengers when one of the passengers brought an ipad, thus tending to block the view of the others. He put a stop to it, very kindly. His knowledge was great, and this is one of the events where I'd say to everyone "Save your pennies and do this trip. Magical! Many many thanks.
Hi <br/> We were seated in the back...
Prioj H,
Feb 12, 2013
- Viator
1.00
Hi
We were seated in the back seat behind the pilot and could hardly get a decent view throughout the flight. I have registered a complaint with your customer care team. Expected a lot more for the price paid! Would only recommend to others if they were able to get a front see in the helicopter.
Had to wait a day because of the...
Ian G F,
Apr 19, 2012
- Viator
5.00
Had to wait a day because of the weather but well worth it! The front seat helped but it was definitely the trip of a lifetime! The photographs that I took were fantastic and who would have known that a glacier was blue?