NEW ZEALAND · GLACIER TOURS
Franz Josef and Fox both end in a valley you can walk to for nothing; the ice itself needs a helicopter. These 15 cover heli-hikes, snow landings and the Tasman Glacier lakes near Aoraki, with the weather-cancellation policy that matters more than the price.
Fly over Franz Josef Glacier, see ice pinnacles and crevasses, then land in the Southern Alps for ten minutes of remarkable photos.
“Amazing views! The diver was super friendly and helpful”
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike review: fly over the Southern Alps, walk blue ice caves, and learn what to expect from this weather-dependent adventure.
“This is a must-do experience if traveling to South Island/Franz Josef! We luckily stayed for two nights so when our first flight was cancelled due to weather, we were rebooked the next morning and it was such a beautiful hike and experiencRead more”
Review of Fox Glacier’s heli hike, with helicopter flights, guided ice walking, gear details, price advice, weather limits, and booking tips.
“Brontë was a brilliant guide and we saw so many amazing glacier features! The tour was very well-organized with getting us gear on and the helicopter ride was so cool! I highly recommend this trip!”
Fly over Franz Josef and Fox or Tasman Glacier, then land on the snow for 10 minutes in New Zealand’s Southern Alps.
“A great taster of landing on a glacier - commentary was good and got to see both fox and franz josef glaciers as well as Mount cook”
Paddle Lake Mapourika from Franz Josef, explore ancient rainforest, spot native wildlife, and enjoy photos, guides, and transport included.
“Fantastic experience with plenty of interesting information on the local environment. The kayak up the river was stunning”
Review of the 13-hour Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier tour from Christchurch, with itinerary details, value advice, hiking tips, and FAQs.
“This tour was awesome! First of all, just know that it is going to be a LONG day. The tour really is 13 hours as it takes about 4 hours to reach Mt Cook from Christchurch, but this company does a great job including lots of breaks but also keeping things moving! My tour guide, Anuj, was particularly kind and caring. As in, I've been on a LOT of tours, and I'm pretty sure he was the most giving guide I've ever had. I don't want to spoil it for anyone, but if you're fortunate enough to have him, he really looks after you and makes the experience special. And,…”
Fly above Franz Josef and Fox glaciers, hear pilot commentary, and land on pristine snow in the Southern Alps on this 35-minute trip.
“Tom was an amazing pilot and made the trip a once-in-a-lifetime experience!”
Fly over Franz Josef and Fox or Tasman Glacier, then land on Southern Alps snow for photos on this scenic 35-minute helicopter tour.
“Spectacular, breathtaking.. pilot, Eddy was great, clear skies which made it even better. Book it..!”
Review of Franz Josef’s heli hike: a scenic helicopter flight, 2.5-hour glacier walk, ice caves, safety tips, costs, and weather advice.
“Wow wow wow! One of the most incredible things I''ve ever done! Sarah our guide was brilliant and Ellen helped us switch to an earlier booking which I am so so grateful for, otherwise our experience would have been cancelled due to low cloud! I cannot recommend this enough, the helicopter flight was amazing and everything was so smooth. The hike over the glacier was nothing I'll ever experience again. If you can afford it, do it!! You won't regret it!”
Walk Fox Glacier after a scenic helicopter flight, exploring ice caves, arches, and crevasses with expert guides and full gear provided.
“We had a fantastic day. They did everything they could to make sure we had a memorable experience. Toa and Flin were the perfect guides. We’d highly recommend this experience”
Review of Cheeky Kiwi’s 12-hour Mt Cook and Tasman Glacier tour from Queenstown, with scenic stops, short hikes, food breaks, and practical tips.
“Beautiful in every season. Fall adds another layer of natural beauty with the tree leaf colors changing. Be ready for any kind of weather. Go with flexibility in mind, the trip may be different if the weather changes which it often does.”
Ride quads through Franz Josef rainforest, rivers, and glacier country with expert guides, wet-weather gear, and Southern Alps views.
“A fantastic excursion. We both loved it. Great staff and pre trip information. All protective gear provided. Highly recommend”
Review the Mount Cook ski plane and helicopter combo, with a Tasman Glacier landing, flight tips, weather advice, and honest value notes.
“The alpine landing was a once-in-a-lifetime must have experience. It offers a superb view of Mount Cook and the surrounding mountains.”
Walk on New Zealand’s Tasman Glacier, explore blue ice formations, and enjoy two scenic helicopter flights beneath Aoraki/Mount Cook.
“We had the most amazing time viewing the blue caves and heli hike on the glacier. Highly recommend.”
Review of Mount Cook’s 3-hour Tasman Glacier heli hike, with helicopter views, guided ice walking, costs, weather tips, and practical advice.
“Thankful for the pilot and guides who did their best to make a successful heli-hike. We were super blessed to have such perfect weather for it. Once in a lifetime experience and it was truly memorable for our honeymoon. Should definitely have this activity in your itinerary to add excitement to it!”
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