Franz Josef Heli Hiking Guided Tour

4.5

255 reviews

Available languages

English

From NZD 815.39

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Overview

Combine a scenic helicopter flight over Franz Josef Glacier with a 2-hour guided walk on glacial terrain during this exhilarating tour from Franz Josef. Find out why New Zealand's South Island is famous for its gorgeous landscapes as you follow an experienced guide past ice caves, crevasses and pinnacles. Learn about glacier formation and movement, and enjoy supreme panoramic views. Choose from seasonal departure times to suit your schedule.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Minimum age is 10 years

It is recommended that you wear sturdy footwear and bring warm layers due to cold temperatures

Moderate level of fitness is required

Subject to favorable weather conditions; if canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Please note: A guided walk among ice caves is usually part of the tour but all tour activities are dependent on the weather

Maximum weight limit of 115kg per person including gear / Minimum child weight 35kg (subject to ice conditions)

What to bring

Warm upper-body clothing (preferably 3-4 layers)

Leggings or light trousers, although shorts are acceptable

Sunglasses and sunscreen

Waterproof jacket (provided if you don't have one)

Operated By to Franz Josef Glacier Guides

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Professional guide

2-hour hike on the glacier

Use of gear (glacier boots, talons, socks, ice axe, waterproof jacket)

Helicopter ride

Gratuities

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Options

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Operated by Totally Tourism - The Helicopter Line

Reviews

4.5

255 reviews

191

Great Glacier Experience
dan m,Oct 19, 2024
5.0
Our guide, Maya, was fantastic and so much fun. Instructions were clear. The experience on the glacier was more than I expected, especially the ice cave and getting close to the seracs. Booking and checking in for the trip was easy. I would highly recommend this trip and would do it again if I'm back on the west coast. Thank you Maya and the rest of the team!
Highlight in NZ!
Kirsten A,Sep 9, 2024
5.0
I went on the heli hike tour with my fiancé and our two friends in August. It was a top highlight of our trip to NZ! Amy, our tour guide was very experienced and made the hike such an enjoyable experience. The helicopter ride, although short, was stunning too! Highly recommend!
Amazing
Tom H,Aug 10, 2024
5.0
It was absolutely amazing. Even managed to slip in a proposal. Tom was a great guide, very informative and fun.
Great experience!
Letizia F,Aug 6, 2024
5.0
Awesome experience and so memorable! The guides were very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Would not hesitate recommending this experience
Absolutely amazing experience
Kevin C,Jul 9, 2024
5.0
Absolutely amazing experience and so far the highlight of our New Zealand trip. From the check-in process to our amazing guide Tom to the helicopter ride it was just great. We really appreciated Tom ( our guide ) who went above and beyond by first making sure everyone was safe, working hard to cut out steps with his ice axe making it easy to traverse the terrain, and entertaining us with stories and answering questions. We had a fantastic time hiking through the glacier, seeing the unbeatable views, blue ice, and just the glacier itself. Besides sunglasses, everything else is provided, warm boots, socks, waterproof pants and a jacket. Participant safety was clearly top of mind for everyone, not over the top and very appreciated.