



by Glacier Country Helicopters
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$790Franz Josef Glacier is a large glacier on New Zealand’s West Coast, surrounded by rainforest and mountain ranges. This helicopter flight lasts about 25 minutes and includes views of the glacier, the nearby Southern Alps, and the surrounding West Coast region. During the flight, the helicopter lands on an alpine peak for around 10 minutes, allowing passengers to step out and view the landscape from above. Snow coverage on the landing area changes with the seasons, with summer often revealing a rocky mountainside instead of snow. The flight is piloted by a professional, experienced pilot. Passengers should be aware that boarding involves climbing two high ladder-style steps. If a passenger has limited mobility, this should be communicated beforehand as it may affect which helicopter is used. Seats in the helicopter are 40 cm wide; passengers weighing 120 kg (265 lbs) or more must purchase an additional Comfort Seat for extra room. Front seat upgrades are available but depend on availability. If weather conditions prevent the alpine landing, the flight time will be shortened by the landing duration and a refund for the landing fee will be issued.
Franz Josef Glacier
The flight includes views of Franz Josef Glacier, showing its extent and surrounding landscape from the air.
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.
End point
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.




by Glacier Country Helicopters
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$790Franz Josef Glacier is a large glacier on New Zealand’s West Coast, surrounded by rainforest and mountain ranges. This helicopter flight lasts about 25 minutes and includes views of the glacier, the nearby Southern Alps, and the surrounding West Coast region. During the flight, the helicopter lands on an alpine peak for around 10 minutes, allowing passengers to step out and view the landscape from above. Snow coverage on the landing area changes with the seasons, with summer often revealing a rocky mountainside instead of snow. The flight is piloted by a professional, experienced pilot. Passengers should be aware that boarding involves climbing two high ladder-style steps. If a passenger has limited mobility, this should be communicated beforehand as it may affect which helicopter is used. Seats in the helicopter are 40 cm wide; passengers weighing 120 kg (265 lbs) or more must purchase an additional Comfort Seat for extra room. Front seat upgrades are available but depend on availability. If weather conditions prevent the alpine landing, the flight time will be shortened by the landing duration and a refund for the landing fee will be issued.
Franz Josef Glacier
The flight includes views of Franz Josef Glacier, showing its extent and surrounding landscape from the air.
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.
End point
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.