Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Glacier

12 kilometers of cascading ice with breathtaking views you must see

Because of the temperate climate and the low altitude, the Franz Josef glacier is among the most convenient glaciers in the world to venture. The foot of the glacier offers an easy walk along the river valley while you take in the magnificent views of the steep sides that bear large scars from the time the glaciers retreated and advanced over thousands of years.

The Frans Jozef glacier is 12kilometers long and approximately 7000 years old. Meeting the river valley less than 300 meters above sea level. The best way to view this glacier is from above, but the easy hike of around 4 kilometers deserves the second place and is a must-do when you visit the area.

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Franz Josef Glacier helicopter flight

Franz Josef Glacier Heliport

The Franz Josef Glacier (Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere) is about 12 kilometres long and has a névé or snow catchment area of 20 square kilometres. The terminal face of the glacier is less than 300 metres above sea level. Franz Josef Glacier has been known to move at up to 4 metres per day, making it one of the fastest moving glaciers on the planet. Fly over the Franz Josef Glacier up to 6000 ft and land on the snow. This flight is gives you a good impression of this beautiful landscape. Come fly with us and get bedazzled!

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Grand Glacier helicopter flight

Fox Glacier Heliport

Soaring upwards to 3500 metres we discover New Zealand’s highest peaks, Aoraki Mount Cook, Mount Tasman and enjoy spectaculair views over the Southern Alps. Below us we see the rampant rainforests where rivers race each other on their short and wild journey to the sea. This flight brings together all the highlights of our tours in one ultimate experience! Explore both the Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers, Aoraki Mount Cook & Mount Tasman, including the Tasman Glacier. We top this off by landing you in the snow!

40 minutes

From ___ per person

Grand Glacier helicopter flight

Franz Josef Glacier Heliport

Soaring upwards to 3500 metres we discover New Zealand’s highest peaks, Aoraki Mount Cook, Mount Tasman and enjoy spectaculair views over the Southern Alps. Below us we see the rampant rainforests where rivers race each other on their short and wild journey to the sea. This flight brings together all the highlights of our tours in one ultimate experience! Explore both the Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers, Aoraki Mount Cook & Mount Tasman, including the Tasman Glacier. We top this off by landing you in the snow!

30 minutes

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Twin Glacier helicopter flight

Fox Glacier Heliport

New Zealand is Glacier Country! Whatever you do, don’t miss out on seeing a glacier while you’re here. There are around 3,100 glaciers scattered throughout the Southern Alps. With just about all of these glaciers inaccessible because of the high altitude and rough geography, Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers are your best bet for getting up close to a glacier. Discover the wonders of both the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers in one scenic flight. Soar across pinnacles and crevasses and witness the deep blue ice of glacier country. This is the ultimate tour for any glacier lover. This tour includes a snow landing!

30 minutes

From ___ per person

Twin Glacier helicopter flight

Franz Josef Glacier Heliport

New Zealand is Glacier Country! Whatever you do, don’t miss out on seeing a glacier while you’re here. There are around 3,100 glaciers scattered throughout the Southern Alps. With just about all of these glaciers inaccessible because of the high altitude and rough geography, Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers are your best bet for getting up close to a glacier. Discover the wonders of both the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers in one scenic flight. Soar across pinnacles and crevasses and witness the deep blue ice of glacier country. This is the ultimate tour for any glacier lover. This tour includes a snow landing!

30 minutes

From ___ per person

Mount Cook helicopter flight (Fox Glacier)

Fox Glacier Heliport

Discover the staggering beauty of New Zealand's tallest peaks. Flying over the largest glaciers of Aoraki Mount Cook is an experience you will never forget. The mountain itself is a sky-scraping 3,754 metres tall. We offer you a stunning combination of Aoraki Mount Cook and two world famous glaciers Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers that offers a truly compelling experience of our spectacular scenery. This tour is without snow landing. Come fly with us and get bedazzled!

30 minutes

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Mount Cook helicopter flight (Franz Josef)

Franz Josef Glacier Heliport

Discover the staggering beauty of New Zealand's tallest peaks. Flying over the largest glaciers of Aoraki Mount Cook is an experience you will never forget. The mountain itself is a sky-scraping 3,754 metres tall. We offer you a stunning combination of Aoraki Mount Cook and two world famous glaciers Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers that offers a truly compelling experience of our spectacular scenery. This tour is without snow landing. Come fly with us and get bedazzled!