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Fox Glacier Tours

Book guided Fox Glacier tours in New Zealand. For the thrill-seekers, heli-hikes combine a scenic helicopter flight with hike on the glacier itself, exploring ice caves and crevasses. You can also go for a helicopter tour alone that'll take you to the winter wonderland. For those who enjoy a good hike, trails lead to viewpoints with stunning glacier vistas.
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Fox Glacier Tours
Group hiking on Fox Glacier during guided helicopter tour in New Zealand.
Helicopter and tourists on Fox Glacier, New Zealand.
Tourists hiking on Fox Glacier with a helicopter overhead, New Zealand.
Group hiking on Fox Glacier during guided helicopter tour in New Zealand.
Tour group hiking on Fox Glacier, New Zealand with a waterfall in the background.
Hikers taking photos on Fox Glacier, New Zealand.
Person hiking through ice cave on Fox Glacier, New Zealand, during guided helicopter tour.

From Fox Glacier: Expert Guided Heli-Hike Tour

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4 hr

  • Explore Fox Glacier with round-trip helicopter flights and guided glacier hike for an unforgettable alpine adventure.

  • Fly high over rugged mountains and icefalls before landing directly on the glacier, then spend time walking on the ice with an expert guide.

  • See crevasses, ice formations and ever-changing glacier features while learning about this dynamic environment.

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  • Explore Fox Glacier with round-trip helicopter flights and guided glacier hike for an unforgettable alpine adventure.

  • Fly high over rugged mountains and icefalls before landing directly on the glacier, then spend time walking on the ice with an expert guide.

  • See crevasses, ice formations and ever-changing glacier features while learning about this dynamic environment.

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NZ$795
Helicopter flying near snow-covered Mt Cook with Lake Pukaki in the background.
Lady photographing Mt Cook from helicopter during scenic flight tour.
Helicopter approaching Franz Josef Glacier on scenic flight tour.
Helicopter landing with people on Fox Glacier, New Zealand, during scenic tour.
Group posing for a photo on Franz Josef Glacier with a helicopter in the background.
People enjoying snow on Franz Josef Glacier with a helicopter in the background.

From Franz Josef: Scenic Helicopter Flight Tour with Snow Landing

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20 min

  • 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.

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  • 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.

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NZ$340
Helicopter landing on snowy mountain with people playing in snow, Fox & Franz Scenic Flight.
Helicopter flying over snow-covered mountains in Fox and Franz Josef, New Zealand.
Person enjoying snow with helicopter and snowy mountains in Fox & Franz.
Helicopter flying over Fox Glacier with Southern Alps in the background.
Helicopter on snowy mountain with Fox & Franz Scenic Flight Options.
Helicopter tour group on snow-covered Fox Glacier with Southern Alps backdrop.
Helicopter tour group on snowy Fox Glacier with mountain backdrop.
Tourists on a snowy landing with a helicopter at Fox Glacier, New Zealand.
Passenger photographing snow-covered peaks during scenic flight over Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.

40-minute Mt.Tasman, Mt.Cook, Franz Josef & Fox Glacier Helicopter Tour

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40 min

  • See Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers from the air on a 40‑minute helicopter flight with a snow landing at Franz Josef.

  • Glide over icefalls, mountain ridges and lush valleys before landing on snow for photos and a short on‑glacier moment.

  • Enjoy engaging insights from your pilot about the glaciers and Southern Alps scenery as you fly.

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  • See Fox, Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers from the air on a 40‑minute helicopter flight with a snow landing at Franz Josef.

  • Glide over icefalls, mountain ridges and lush valleys before landing on snow for photos and a short on‑glacier moment.

  • Enjoy engaging insights from your pilot about the glaciers and Southern Alps scenery as you fly.

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NZ$595
Helicopter tour at Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers with person enjoying snow.
Helicopter on snow with Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers in background.
Helicopter flying over Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers in New Zealand.
Tourists on a snowy glacier with a helicopter, Fox and Franz Josef scenic flight.
Helicopter tour group on snow-covered Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers, New Zealand.
Helicopter landing on snow with people playing near Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.
Scenic aerial view of snow-covered Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers from a flight.
Helicopter tour group on snow with Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers in background.
Helicopter flying over snow-covered Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers in New Zealand.

30-Minute Franz Josef & Fox Glacier Tour

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30 min

  • Experience a helicopter flight above two iconic glaciers with a snow landing on Franz Josef.

  • Take in icefalls, lush rainforest valleys, and alpine peaks, then land on the snow for unforgettable photos.

  • Learn about the region’s changing glaciers through live commentary from your pilot guide.

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  • Experience a helicopter flight above two iconic glaciers with a snow landing on Franz Josef.

  • Take in icefalls, lush rainforest valleys, and alpine peaks, then land on the snow for unforgettable photos.

  • Learn about the region’s changing glaciers through live commentary from your pilot guide.

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NZ$440
Helicopter on snow at Fox Glacier with mountain backdrop, Franz Josef tour.
Helicopter flying over snow-covered peaks near Fox Glacier, New Zealand.
Lady photographing Mt Cook from helicopter during scenic flight tour.
Helicopter approaching Franz Josef Glacier on scenic flight tour.
Group posing for a photo on Franz Josef Glacier with a helicopter in the background.
People enjoying snow activities near a helicopter on Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand.
Helicopter landing with people on Fox Glacier, New Zealand, during scenic tour.

From Fox Glacier: Scenic Helicopter Flight Tour with Snow Landing

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20 min

  • Experience Fox Glacier from above with a scenic helicopter flight and snow landing.

  • Take in sweeping views of glacier valleys, rainforest, and rugged alpine peaks before stepping onto the snow.

  • Learn about Fox Glacier’s dynamic landscape and ice features from your knowledgeable pilot.

  • Upgrade your flight to include Franz Josef Glacier or extend to Mount Cook and Mount Tasman for epic alpine panoramas.

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  • Experience Fox Glacier from above with a scenic helicopter flight and snow landing.

  • Take in sweeping views of glacier valleys, rainforest, and rugged alpine peaks before stepping onto the snow.

  • Learn about Fox Glacier’s dynamic landscape and ice features from your knowledgeable pilot.

  • Upgrade your flight to include Franz Josef Glacier or extend to Mount Cook and Mount Tasman for epic alpine panoramas.

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NZ$340
Guide and helicopter at Fox Glacier for a heli hike tour.
Group preparing for Fox Glacier heli hike with guide on snowy terrain.
Group climbing Fox Glacier with guide during heli ice climbing experience.
Climber ascending icy crevasse during Fox Glacier heli hike in New Zealand.
Guide leading tour group on Fox Glacier heli hike, pointing out ice formations.

From Fox Glacier: Extreme Adventure All-Day Heli-Hike

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8 hr

  • Spend a full day exploring Fox Glacier from the air and on ice with a helicopter hike.

  • Soar over rainforest, mountains, and alpine peaks before landing on the glacier for extended guided exploration.

  • Explore the glacier’s dynamic terrain safely with crampons and expert guidance, gaining insights into its ever-changing features.

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  • Spend a full day exploring Fox Glacier from the air and on ice with a helicopter hike.

  • Soar over rainforest, mountains, and alpine peaks before landing on the glacier for extended guided exploration.

  • Explore the glacier’s dynamic terrain safely with crampons and expert guidance, gaining insights into its ever-changing features.

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NZ$999
Skydivers jumping from a plane over Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand.
Skydiving over Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand, with tandem instructor.
Skydivers over Franz Josef Glacier with snow-capped mountains in New Zealand.
Skydiver over Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand, with mountain views.
Skydiver over Franz Josef Glacier with snow-capped mountains in New Zealand.
Skydiver over Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand, with snow-capped mountains and lush valleys below.
Skydiver landing at sunset in Franz Josef, New Zealand.

Tandem Skydive at Franz Josef: 10,000ft, 13,000ft, 16,500ft or 18,000ft

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3 hr

  • Jump from 10,000 ft, 13,000 ft, 16,500 ft, or 18,000 ft above Franz Josef Glacier, with 30 to 85 seconds of adrenaline-pumping freefall.

  • Take in breathtaking views of glacier valleys, alpine peaks, lush rainforest, and the Southern Alps as you descend under your parachute.

  • No prior experience needed — attend a brief safety briefing and get fully geared by your certified tandem instructor.

  • Land safely near Franz Josef Glacier, completing your jump with a smooth parachute landing and unforgettable panoramic alpine and glacier scenery.

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  • Jump from 10,000 ft, 13,000 ft, 16,500 ft, or 18,000 ft above Franz Josef Glacier, with 30 to 85 seconds of adrenaline-pumping freefall.

  • Take in breathtaking views of glacier valleys, alpine peaks, lush rainforest, and the Southern Alps as you descend under your parachute.

  • No prior experience needed — attend a brief safety briefing and get fully geared by your certified tandem instructor.

  • Land safely near Franz Josef Glacier, completing your jump with a smooth parachute landing and unforgettable panoramic alpine and glacier scenery.

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NZ$349
Tourists viewing Fox Glacier Valley landscape in New Zealand.
Tour guide leading group on e-bikes through Fox Glacier Valley forest trail.
Cyclists on a guided e-bike tour through Fox Glacier Valley forest trail.
Tour group biking through lush forest trail in Fox Glacier Valley.
Tour group biking on a bridge in Fox Glacier Valley, surrounded by lush greenery.
Tour group viewing Fox Glacier Valley on guided e-bike and hiking tour.

Guided E-Bike & Hiking Fox Glacier Valley Tour

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4 hr

  • Enjoy exploring Fox Glacier Valley by E-bike and on foot through rainforest trails on this tour.

  • Cycle through lush forest and along hidden tracks, pausing at scenic viewpoints with glacier views.

  • Navigate the valley safely with expert guidance, learning about local flora, fauna, and glacier history.

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  • Enjoy exploring Fox Glacier Valley by E-bike and on foot through rainforest trails on this tour.

  • Cycle through lush forest and along hidden tracks, pausing at scenic viewpoints with glacier views.

  • Navigate the valley safely with expert guidance, learning about local flora, fauna, and glacier history.

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NZ$199

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What our guests say

Salome K

Germany
Group
Apr 2026

+6 more

A magical sightseeing flight with a stop on the glacier, topped off with great weather and stunning views. Perfectly organized, and a huge thank you to the entire crew🌟

40-minute Mt.Tasman, Mt.Cook, Franz Josef & Fox Glacier Helicopter Tour

Yasmin M

Australia
Couple
Jan 2026
Fantastic experience! Everyone from ground crew to pilot was fantastic! Pilot was very informative and friendly! Highly recommend!

40-minute Mt.Tasman, Mt.Cook, Franz Josef & Fox Glacier Helicopter Tour

Kathryn M

United Kingdom
Group
Mar 2026
Like no other experience before. Great guide, Jake was a top guy and was knowledgeable and kept us safe, but also alllowed to appreciate the extremes of the glacier. Would recommend to everyone who fancies an adventure

From Fox Glacier: Extreme Adventure All-Day Heli-Hike

Sylvie M

Germany
Solo
Jan 2026
The view was fantastic and the guide was very good. We were told a lot of interesting things and I learned new stuff. Also everybody was very friendly and helpful.

From Fox Glacier: Expert Guided Heli-Hike Tour

Johannes B

Solo
Jan 2026
Flying in a helicopter for the first time was an experience in itself, but being able to see those mighty glaciers from above and even land on one and stand on it was magical!! 🤩😍

From Franz Josef: Scenic Helicopter Flight Tour with Snow Landing

Deborah P

Australia
Group
Jan 2026

+2 more

We had a fabulous helicopter flight and landing up to Franz Josef Glacier. Check in and safety briefing were smooth and during our flight the pilot relayed interesting information about glacier and surrounding landscape. We had enough time on the ground at the glacier to take plenty of photos before our return flight. A great experience and would thoroughly recommend.

From Franz Josef: Scenic Helicopter Flight Tour with Snow Landing

Harry F

Couple
Mar 2026
The guide was very knowledgeable and showed us how to climb allowing to climb on three separate occasions. Highly recommended

Fox Glacier Heli Ice Climbing Experience

Calvin O

Couple
Mar 2026
Great team, looked after us, kept us informed with the weather, and ended up with an awesome flight!! Great pilot, would do it again tomorrow

From Fox Glacier: Scenic Helicopter Flight Tour with Snow Landing

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