Franz Josef: Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight
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 Franz Josef Township
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Franz Josef 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. 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
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.
What‘s Included
Photo opportunities throughout
Scenic Helicopter Flight
Snow landing on a Glacier
Professional Guide
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Fox and Franz Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight from Franz Josef
Reviews
156 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Customer service and communication could be better
sarahbM8250ZE,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Booking through trip adviser was hood, easy and informative. The flight company had to cancel the flight due to high winds - completely understandable, offered a full refund or reschedule. HOWEVER communication was terrible from the company. Phone call revieved straight after booking, unable to understand male on the phone (neither could hubby). All that he said that was clear is flight is cancelled. Went into office in town and had a different male politely explain that the flight was cancelled due to high winds and not meeting minimum passenger requirements. 3 PASSENGERS REQUIRED FOR FLIGHT TO GO AHEAD.
Must Do
Glenda D,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Friendly staff at check in. Very clear on instructions. Amazing flight. Scenery beautiful and a once in a lifetime to do!! Pilot friendly and informative
Excellent Experience!
stuartgU5468VX,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow, what an experience! We hadn't planned on doing a trip before we arrived but an off the cuff decision saw us the following day on the 8.30am flight. We were very fortunate to be on the first one of the day so had a few moments on the glacier without anyone else. The views were amazing. From booking to checking in and then the flight itself everyone was helpful, cheerful and very professional. A fantastic time!
A must!
Ken S,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fabulous trip. Everything fell into place, great weather, smooth flight.
friendly efficient beautiful and user-friendly
neill683,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chad box recommended this when I put in a combination of best use of my money/time/experience the two glacier and landing was the best value turned out to be true. This is a non-unforgettable experience
Fox glacier helicopter trip
Titia H,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The flight was fantastic. The experience was a once in a lifetime experience. The captain was great, we felt very safe with him at all times. The ground crew and safety briefing was good and very professional. Would highly recommend it.
Unique experience
A380Markl,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great customer service, lovely pilot named Richard, very informative. Unique experience.
Absolutely amazing experience
236deborahf,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing experience. We were so lucky with the weather. The snow landing was incredible and plenty of time for photos. Flying over the glaciers was awesome
Wonderful experience!
NOE R,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We went on a sunny day and the landscape is fantastic! It's worth it! The walk with landing on the glacier is unavoidable!
Amazing
AlanT905,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booking process was simple, excellent email communication the day before reconfirming everything, actual checkin (except for minor issue of taking payment twice which is being sorted), the ground crew explaining everything , the pilot (James) taking advantage of a perfect flying day and giving us an amazing experience - can’t fault the service and experience provided
From NZ$497.44
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