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• Amazing to see glaciers up close!

  Paradise597174,,Feb 7, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  After bad weather prevented us from going up as planned, we were finally able to fly on the third attempt. The staff were very helpful in rescheduling which we very much appreciated. So glad not to have missed this - it was a fantastic experience. James, our pilot, pointed out the key features and shared some interesting facts. We were able to land on the snowfield and capture some amazing photographs. Would highly recommend!

  

  

  

• Crappy experience with The Helicopter Line and Glacial Tour Company

  carolravnaasanda,,Feb 3, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  2.00

  The only reason they did as well as a two is because of the cloudless sky. What a money hungry / greedy company.!They stuff 7 adults, including the pilot into what was designed as a four passenger helicopter. The two people in the middle in the back are paying full price and getting a. Much worse experience. We could not even sit shoulder to shoulder in the back seat as there was not enough room. The guy to my right video recorded the whole flight with his phone in the middle of the glass so it was not possible to take photos on that side. The two passengers in the front did the same so no photos could be taken in that direction. Upon return, I asked to speak to the manager and she was too busy, so they took down my name and phone number. I did get a call back and upon answering, she hung up. I guess that means she called me back. I returned her call immediately only to have them take down my name and phone number again.

• Awesome Glacier Landing

  Ankur K,,Feb 1, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  A wonderful experience, specially the landing on the glacier itself. Recommend this for everyone at least once.

• Good Trip and Worth The Money

  Simon Q,,Jan 27, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  4.00

  Good Helicopter trip with friendly, helpful staff. We only had 4 people which was great, not sure I would have liked being on there with what I believe is the capacity of 6, that would be very cramped

• Have a plan B in case of poor weather.

  O7505HDbarryn,,Jan 21, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  3.00

  Due to bad weather we were unable to fly. Staff in office very helpful and rebooked us immediately on next morning. Unfortunately weathrr again prevented flight but stzff agaon fave us gpod advice to try a flight further south as we were travelling toward Queenstown. Have still not had flight due to weather but recommend everyone have a plan B in case of bad weather as this can occur anytime. Staff were excellent and offered alternatives.

• Super experience

  shaulal2025,,Jan 20, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We loved the flight and our pilot. We spend a nice time on the glacier and loved the view. We had originally booked (and paid) for the spectactular tour around mount Cook but due to the wind we did a shorter flight. They informed us perfectly and gave us a partial refund for the shorter flight

• Highly recommended- great experience and not to be missed when in Franz Josef

  Jinx100,,Jan 16, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Great trip - good length of time in the air and on the glacier , pilot Simon was very knowledgeable, a must when in Franz Josef

• Amazing

  joant302,,Jan 7, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Although I was a little nervous i the helicopter the experience was amazing .the people involved are friendly.and professional and it was a great experience Thank you

  

  

  

  

• Don't hesitate to book this trip!

  329eddiec,,Jan 6, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Fantastic experience especially if you haven't been to the snow or in a helicopter. The landing on the snow was spectacular and was plenty of time to take photos and throw a few snowballs. The pilot kept us entertained and made sure my 8yr old son was looked after.

  

  

  

  

  

  

• Unforgettable experience with a fantastic pilot

  gezabarta,,Dec 29, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Fantastic experience from start to finish. Our pilot was incredibly friendly and professional, shared really interesting information throughout the flight, and made the whole experience both fun and reassuring. The views were absolutely stunning, and everything was perfectly organized. We would highly recommend Glacier Helicopters to anyone — truly unforgettable!

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