Franz Josef Helicopter Ride

Join us for an adventure and experience the beauty of Franz Josef from the skies on this helicopter tour.

Franz Josef Helicopter Ride

Welcome to Franz Josef! To explore the best of this town, the optimal way is from the sky. When booking your helicopter tour, you can choose between four options. All flights commence at 10 Main Road in Franz Josef.

Details of each option are provided below:

Glacier Explorer (25 minutes)

This 25-minute helicopter flight will showcase the rainforests, glaciers, and mountains of Franz Josef, flying over Franz Josef Glacier, the Southern Alps, and Mount Elie de Beaumont, including a 10-minute snow landing.

Pilots Choice (35 minutes)

This 35-minute flight features views of the rainforests, two glaciers, and the mountains of Franz Josef. You'll see either the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers or the Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers, along with the Southern Alps, Mount Cook, and Mount Tasman. It includes a 10-minute snow landing.

The tour offers a chance to land in remote areas, allowing immersion in the wilderness of Glacier Country.

Ultimate Discovery (45 minutes)

This 45-minute tour brings views of the rainforests, iconic glaciers, and mountains. You will see the Franz Josef, Fox, and Tasman Glaciers, the Southern Alps, and Mount Cook, along with a 15-minute snow landing.

Mount Cook Supreme (1 hour)

This 1-hour tour is designed for the ultimate experience. It includes views of the rainforests, glaciers, and mountains, featuring the Franz Josef, Fox, Tasman, and Shackleton Glaciers, as well as Mount Cook and Mount Tasman. The flight includes two snow landings and a visit to Ice Lake.