Top 13 Franz Josef Helicopter Tours

1.Franz Josef Glacier: Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 619 reviews · 25 min · from $230Our pick

Review of the 25-minute Franz Josef Glacier helicopter flight, alpine landing, price, weather risks, seating, and practical booking tips.

“What an excellent trip, the weather turned out perfect so Mike our great pilot was able to do the landing on the glacier. Communication was great from staff regarding weather and flight changes/reschedule. Exhilarating experience well worth every dollar. If you’re in the area I say DO IT 🎉”

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2.Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 618 reviews · from $506

Review the Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike, with helicopter views, a guided ice walk, gear details, fitness advice, weather risks, and value tips.

“…. With our guide Maya! Not too hard, a superhike in Winterwonderland. The helicopters is great and feels supersafe.”

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3.Heli Hike Fox Glacier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 563 reviews · from $477Top rated

Review of Fox Glacier’s heli hike, with helicopter flights, up to three hours on the ice, gear details, price, tips, and weather advice.

“Our guide was excellent, explaining everything enthusiastically. I loved the hike—it wasn't too difficult and was truly a great experience. My friend which 63 years old also made it throughout the journey. When flying in the helicopter and looking down at the people waiting at the starting point, we humans appeared as small as peanuts compared to the glacier. Other guides were present to create and maintain our walking path, as the previous day's rain could cause the trail to change periodically. Shoes, socks, jacket, pants, glove and bags is provided. Recommend not to bring too much things with you. We were busy enjoying the views and taking pictures.”

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4.35min Helicopter Trip over Two Glaciers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 451 reviews · 35 min · from $289

Review of Franz Josef’s 35-minute helicopter flight over two glaciers, with Southern Alps views, a snow landing, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“Although we couldn't land on the glacier due to weather conditions, flying above it with Marc the pilot, who shared lots of information, was an exciting and thrilling adventure. Thanks to smooth and clear communication, the team made this uncertain situation much nicer. This is definitely the place to book your trip!”

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5.2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 322 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $475

Review of Franz Josef’s $475 heli-hike, with glacier caves, helicopter views, fitness needs, weather tips, gear, and honest value advice.

“Bucket list experience Smooth helicopter ride Stunning and ever changing glacier hike, our guide was professional with lots of knowledge”

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6.Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · from $238

Review of Franz Josef’s 25-minute glacier helicopter flight, alpine landing, seasonal snow, pilot service, price, and practical booking tips.

“I love it! 30 min check in time with information and then we drove to the area of helicopters. We been lucky to get landing after us people could not due bad conditions.”

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7.Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · from $245

Review of Franz Josef’s 25-minute helicopter flight, glacier snow landing, price, weather limits, practical tips, and overall value.

“Have a nice time, and enyou. We have a nice trip and land und the gletchere. Pilot was very good. Nice trip”

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8.Twin Glacier Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 179 reviews · from $308

See Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers from the air, land on the snow, and enjoy pilot commentary on this 35-minute New Zealand flight.

“The weather on the day we went was fantastic and our pilot was very informative and easy to chat with.”

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9.Franz Josef Town: 3-Glacier Helicopter Ride with Landing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 145 reviews · 45 min · from $388

Fly over Franz Josef, Fox, and Tasman Glaciers, then land on the snow for Southern Alps views and photos from Franz Josef Town.

“Our glacier flight was simply unforgettable. The views from above left us in awe, with endless ice fields and towering peaks. What made it even more special were the two landings—stepping out onto the glacier itself was surreal and gave us a true sense of its scale and beauty. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An amazing experience we’ll never forget.”

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10.Twin Glacier 35-Minute Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 135 reviews · from $308

Fly over Franz Josef and Fox glaciers, land on snow, and enjoy pilot commentary on this 35-minute New Zealand helicopter adventure.

“The helicopter flight is too good to believe. This is the best part of our New Zealand trip indeed. The view up to the glacier is too gorgeous to describe. can’t recommend more. Special thanks to the staff Ada and Cameron, super helpful and nice. Love them.”

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11.Glacier Helicopter Ride with Snow Landing

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 106 reviews · 20 min · from $203Best value

Fly over Franz Josef Glacier, land on the snow, and enjoy Southern Alps views on this highly rated 20-minute helicopter tour.

“We had a great trip flying over 2 glaciers and landing on one. Good commentary from our pilot about the history of the glacier and its movement. It’s one of those things you don’t do every day so if you are in Franz Josef give it a go. You won’t be disappointed”

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12.25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · from $245

Fly over Fox Glacier, land on pristine snow, and enjoy mountain views, pilot commentary, and practical tips for this 25-minute adventure.

“The snow landing which was amazing. The commentary from the pilot and the help from the man in the office. We had an absolutely fantastic time.”

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13.25mins Private Helicopter Flight in Franz Josef with Landing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews

Review of the Franz Josef Glacier Explorer helicopter flight, including its snow landing, cost, timing, views, comfort, and booking advice.

“Fantastic experience, especially for us West Aussies who never experience snow. Loved the snow landing and the smooth flight. Thanks Gus.”

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