Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight from Fox Glacier

Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight from Fox Glacier

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About This Experience in Franz Josef & Fox Glacier

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 Fox Glacier Township.

Why Visit Franz Josef & Fox Glacier?

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Franz Josef & Fox Glacier provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Franz Josef & Fox Glacier

You can reach Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take airport shuttles, taxis, rideshare services, or public transportation to reach the city center. Rental cars are also popular for exploring the surrounding areas.

What's Included

  • Professional Guide

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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).

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

The only thing better than one glacier

Please check in 30 minutes prior to your chosen departure time. Departure Point: Glacier Helicopters, Main South Road, SH6, Fox Glacier Address: Located in the township of Fox Glacier on the Main Street though town - Main South Road, SH6

End Point

The only thing better than one glacier

Please check in 30 minutes prior to your chosen departure time. Departure Point: Glacier Helicopters, Main South Road, SH6, Fox Glacier Address: Located in the township of Fox Glacier on the Main Street though town - Main South Road, SH6

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

The only thing better than one glacier is... 10 minutes

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 from Fox 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.  It’s an adventure you'll remember forever and is often cited as a highlight of a New Zealand trip by holidaymakers

Steeper and more dramatic or epic vastness and more remote 10 minutes

Steeper and more dramatic or epic vastness and more remote? Take our Twin Glacier flight and you don't have to choose. This trip includes a snow landing and the chance to experience two very different glacial formations. This is the perfect trip to encounter both jaw-dropping glaciers, Fox and Franz Josef.

The only thing better than one glacier is...

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 from Fox Glacier.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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