Franz Josef Helicopter Ride

Franz Josef Helicopter Ride

Welcome to Franz Josef! If you want to explore the best of this stunning town, the best way to do so is undoubtedly from the sky. When booking your helicopter tour, you can choose between 4 options. Regardless of which 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 the rainforests, iconic glaciers, and majestic mountains that form the incredible landscape of Franz Josef. We'll fly over Franz Josef Glacier, the Southern Alps, and Mount Elie de Beaumont, with a 10-minute snow landing.

Pilots Choice (35 minutes)

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

A thrilling feature of this tour is the chance to touch down in remote areas that can't be reached by other means. These specially selected locations let us step out of the helicopter and fully immerse ourselves in the unspoiled wilderness of Glacier Country. Strolling on untouched ground, encircled by towering peaks and tranquil beauty, offers a truly unparalleled experience.

Ultimate Discovery (45 minutes)

This 45-minute tour will also bring us to see the rainforests, iconic glaciers, and mountains. As well as that, we'll see views of the Franz Josef, Fox, and Tasman Glaciers, the Southern Alps and the main divide, Mount Cook, and Mount Tasman. On top of that, we'll also have a 15-minute snow landing.

Mount Cook Supreme (1 hour)

Glacier Country is celebrated for its stunning landscapes, pristine glaciers, and incredible natural beauty. For the ultimate experience, this 1-hour helicopter tour is perfect for you!

On this flight, we'll explore the rainforests, iconic glaciers, and majestic mountains of Franz Josef. We'll see the Franz Josef, Fox, Tasman, and Shackleton Glaciers (discovered by Sir Ernest Shackleton), as well as Mount Cook and Mount Tasman. We'll also soar through the Southern Alps, where the "Lighting of The Beacons" was filmed for The Lord of the Rings.

As the finishing touch, we'll enjoy two snow landings and visit Ice Lake—what more could you ask for?