Franz Josef Helicopter Ride

Join us for an adventure and experience the breathtaking beauty of Franz Josef from the skies on this helicopter tour. An unforgettable experience awaits!

Franz Josef Helicopter Ride

Welcome to Franz Josef! To explore the best of this stunning town, the best way is from the sky. When booking your helicopter tour, you can choose between 4 options. Regardless of the flight you choose, we'll meet at 10 Main Road in Franz Josef at the indicated time.

You can check out the details of each option below:

Glacier Explorer (25 minutes)

On the 25-minute helicopter flight, we'll see rainforests, iconic glaciers, and mountains. We'll fly over Franz Josef Glacier, the Southern Alps, and Mount Elie de Beaumont, with a 10-minute snow landing.

Pilot's Choice (35 minutes)

On the 35-minute flight, we'll see rainforests, two iconic glaciers, and the mountains in Franz Josef. Options include viewing either Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers or Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers, along with the Southern Alps, Mount Cook, and Mount Tasman. This option also includes a 10-minute snow landing.

This tour offers the chance to touch down in remote areas, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the unspoiled wilderness of Glacier Country.

Ultimate Discovery (45 minutes)

This 45-minute tour also covers rainforests, glaciers, and mountains. Highlights include views of the Franz Josef, Fox, and Tasman Glaciers, the Southern Alps, Mount Cook, and Mount Tasman. This option includes a 15-minute snow landing.

Mount Cook Supreme (1 hour)

This 1-hour helicopter tour is designed for an ultimate experience. We will see the Franz Josef, Fox, Tasman, and Shackleton Glaciers, as well as Mount Cook and Mount Tasman. The tour includes two snow landings and a visit to Ice Lake.