From Franz Josef: Scenic Helicopter Flight Tour with Snow Landing

Duration

20 mins - 40 mins

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

4.8/5(233)

Tracey W

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

Great experience. Pilot was very good and gave a running commentary. Ground staff were very helpful moving our flight to a time later in the day when we could definitely be able to land on the snow

Darren M

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

This was a phenomenal experience, given the safety briefing and then watched as the helicopter landed. We took off and from start to finish I had a huge smile on my face. We got to see the glaciers and then landed on it, we had beautiful sunshine and the most surreal moment of the peace , beauty and serenity. If you do one trip this I promise will be a memory you will treasure for a lifetime .

Fly above Franz Josef Glacier and land on snow for a stunning alpine helicopter adventure.

Enjoy panoramic views of glaciers, mountains, and rainforest before stepping onto the glacier’s snow for a memorable photo opportunity.

Explore the icy terrain safely and learn about the glacier’s ever-changing features from your experienced pilot.

Extend your flight to see both Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, or take the longer route to enjoy Mount Cook and Mount Tasman for even bigger alpine views.

20-min Franz Josef helicopter tour

Snow landing on Franz Josef

Pilot guide

30-min Franz Josef & Fox Glacier helicopter tour (as per option selected)

40-min Glaciers & Mt. Cook helicopter tour (as per option selected)

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

233 reviews
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What our guests say
Andrew M
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
It was an awesome experience. Words can hardly describe it. The view was so majestic. As if you were in another world. The staff were excellent people and would do anything for you. They have an excellent culture.
Tracey W
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
Great experience. Pilot was very good and gave a running commentary. Ground staff were very helpful moving our flight to a time later in the day when we could definitely be able to land on the snow
Frank B
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Wonderful smooth flight and incredible sights! Thank you so much, Ken.
Wayne C
Group
Verified booking
May 2026
Very well looked after by the staff our pilot Adrian was very good and took his time to ensure we all had a great experience Great flight over mountain Cook with plenty of time to take in the sights the landing on the snow was a highlight highly recommended
Dean W
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Well worth doing the mountains and the glacier tour over the 20 minute tour The views where insane

Soar above rugged peaks and snow land on Franz Josef Glacier for a scenic helicopter experience.

Getting started

This adventure includes a scenic helicopter flight from Franz Josef township with the opportunity to land on snow atop Franz Josef Glacier. Arrive early to check in, get briefed by your pilot, and prepare for take‑off.

What to expect

Aerial views: Enjoy breathtaking aerial views over lush rainforest, alpine mountains and sweeping glacier valleys before landing on the snow‑capped glacier.

Snow landing: Touch down on Franz Josef Glacier’s snow for photos and to soak in the crisp alpine atmosphere.

Expert pilot guidance: Throughout your flight, benefit from engaging commentary and insights from your experienced pilot guide.

What to bring

Bring along your warm upper-body clothing (preferably 3-4 layers), leggings or light trousers, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

What's not allowed

Selfie sticks and drones are not allowed on this experience.

Please avoid using iPads for photography during flights as they can obstruct views. Feel free to use phones, cameras, or GoPros instead.

Jeans are not recommended for this experience as they become very heavy, cold and uncomfortable to wear when wet.

Additional information

Snow landings are subject to weather conditions and are at the pilot’s discretion.

Infants under 3 years weighing less than 15 kg will fly for free, sitting on an adult's lap. Infants under 3 years weighing above 15 kg must be charged at the child fare.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Please arrive at the redemption point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at HeliServices.NZ Franz Josef.

Address: 29 Main Road, Franz Joseph Glacier, 7856, New Zealand.

Get directions to the Redemption point