Glacier Explorer: Franz Josef Scenic Flight

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Franz Josef Glacier with a scenic helicopter flight and snow landing by Glacier Country Helicopters. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!

Duration: 25 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Franz Josef Glacier - The Glacier Explorer flight includes stunning views of the Franz Josef Glacier.
What's Included
  • All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
  • Comfort Seat (compulsory for passengers 120kg & over)
  • Front Seat / Executive Helicopter Upgrade Request
Additional Information

Experience breathtaking views of Franz Josef Glacier and its surroundings with this helicopter tour. Marvel at the lush rainforest, the stunning glacier, and the majestic Southern Alps mountain range. The flight includes an alpine landing (approximately 10 minutes) where you can touch down on a peak and soak in the spectacular scenery.
• Enjoy…

Location
10 Main Road
Main Road
Please check in at our office 30 minutes prior to your flight time. We recommend bringing sunglasses, a light jacket, camera, and shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lezanne_c
Aug 24, 2025
A day in he snow, definitely a highlight from the trip - Had a very good day, and we all enjoyed it. Will definitely recommend to anyone who likes snow and helicopters
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Scott_s
Aug 13, 2025
21st birthday Celebration - Mike was amazing! Best Pilot EVER Although charging for the extra seat even if no one else was wanting to travel is a bit much.
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Amparo_b
Aug 1, 2025
A brutal experience - It has been one DE the best experiences in New Zealand, it has been a wonderful journey to the top of the glacier, indescribable! The pilot was wonderful, they attended us super well, everything was facilities. We recommend it 100%, you can NO longer leave without flying!!
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Geraint_t
Jul 25, 2025
Amazing experience. - Fantastic experience. Safe and comfortable helicopter ride with a very informative pilot/ guide. Great feeling walking on the glacier.
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Megan_s
Jul 22, 2025
Must do! - Amazing - well organised, from rescheduling to suit the weather, to getting there, going up and coming down!
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Erling_o
Apr 26, 2025
A great and adventurous trip - A fantastic helicopter tour over the central glaciers at Mount Cook, with good information from the pilot, landing with good opportunities to take photos, and a pleasant and safe pilot. And in good weather the experiences are fantastic.
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174ursulaj
Apr 21, 2025
Exceptional! - Great flight. The weather was dicey so we couldn’t land but the company did everything they could to make sure we got to fly over the Franz Josef. They swapped our landing for a fly over Fox glacier. It was fantastic. Good value too!
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Arika_s
Apr 10, 2025
Awesome experience - It was an amazing experience with beautiful views. They are quite friendly, but are also focused on passenger safety. Can't wait to do it again on our next adventure to New Zealand!
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N9712ipandrewp
Jul 26, 2025
Great flight, we had a great experience with our Pilot Mark - The flight was great and Pilot Mark was informative, if possible secure a seat on the left side of the helicopter as the view of the Glacier is far better
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Curiosity58145276688
Jun 27, 2025
If they change your booking without landing it’s waste if money. 18’minute ride is useless - Very rude lady at reception and not Happy with such behaviour. First time in nz we experice such person. Not allow to take photo Just try to finish and go and not at all good
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From $206
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).