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Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer｜New Zealand
Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer｜New Zealand
Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer｜New Zealand
Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer｜New Zealand
Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer｜New Zealand

Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer｜New Zealand

New Zealand-south island , West Coast
Free cancellation up to 3 day(s) in advance
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Land on Franz Josef Glacier via scenic helicopter transfer
  • Explore blue ice caves, crevasses, and ice formations on foot
  • Enjoy up to 2.5 hours of guided glacier hiking
  • Experience one of the world’s fastest‑changing glaciers
  • Small group departures with a perfect balance of adventure and scenic discovery
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Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic alpine adventures with a Franz Josef Glacier heli‑hike, combining a scenic helicopter flight with a guided walk on the ice.

Your journey begins in Franz Josef, where you’ll be fitted with all necessary glacier gear and receive a comprehensive safety briefing. From here, take a short walk to the helipad before lifting off on an exhilarating flight above rainforest, rugged peaks, and the glacier valley.

Landing high on Franz Josef Glacier, your expert guide will prepare you for your glacier hike. Equipped with crampons and safety gear, step onto the ice and explore a constantly changing landscape shaped by one of the fastest‑moving glaciers in the world.

Over the course of your guided adventure, discover towering ice formations, deep crevasses, and vivid blue ice caves, with each route varying depending on conditions. No two heli‑hikes are ever the same due to the glacier’s dynamic nature.

With up to 2.5 hours spent on the glacier, this experience offers a rare opportunity to explore terrain only accessible by helicopter, guided by professionals who tailor the journey to your group’s ability.

This unforgettable heli‑hike combines adventure, scenery, and expert guidance, making it a true bucket‑list experience in New Zealand’s Glacier Country.

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  • Not Suitable For: Children under 10 years

  • Not Suitable For: Pregnant women

  • Not Suitable For: People with back problems

  • Not Suitable For: People over 254 lbs (115 kg)

  • What To Bring: Warm clothing

  • What To Bring: Sunglasses

  • What To Bring: Camera

  • What To Bring: Sunscreen

  • What To Bring: Long pants

  • What To Bring: Reusable water bottle

  • Not Allowed: Luggage or large bags

  • Not Allowed: Drones

  • Not Allowed: Selfie sticks

  • Not Allowed: Vaping

  • Know Before You Go: A reasonable level of fitness and agility is required as the glacier terrain is variable and reasonably challenging

  • Know Before You Go: Please check-in 15 mins prior to your trip time. Check-in closes 15 minutes prior to your tour departure

  • Know Before You Go: All trips are subject to favorable weather conditions. It is recommended to book for your first available day in Franz Josef so that you have maximum flexibility

  • Know Before You Go: The helicopter transfers between the valley and the glacier are around 4 minutes each way

  • Know Before You Go: Children must be least 10 years old, weight at least 35 kg, and be at least 137 cm tall to participate in this tour

  • Know Before You Go: For your safety, participation is not permitted for those over the weight of 115 kg or pregnant women

  • Know Before You Go: Guests can choose a full refund if the trip does not go ahead on the scheduled departure

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