Scenic helicopter flightApproximately 10-minute snow landingPre-flight safety briefingPilot commentaryWhat to BringWarm jacketSunglassesSturdy enclosed footwearCamera or phone

Adult: 18 years +Children: 4-17 yearsInfant: 3 years and under

Cancellations and Refunds

24 hours or more before departure: Full refund**.Within 24 hours: No refundFlights are weather dependent, with possible changes or cancellations at the pilot’s discretion. Full refunds** are issued if we cannot fly.If your day doesn't go to plan and you are late, please do reach out as soon as possible, we will try rescheduling you to a later flight or the next day when possible.Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount.Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

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Pilot’s Choice Franz Josef Helicopter Flight - 35 Minutes

South Island

Glacier Country Helicopters

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US$292

per adult

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Couple standing in front of Glacier Country Helicopters on a snowy landing in Franz Josef

Experiences

Helicopter Scenic Flights

Family-friendly Tours

Half-Day Tours

South Island

Start: Franz Josef

Duration: 35 minutes

This 35-minute Franz Josef helicopter flight follows the best route for the day, combining Franz Josef Glacier with either Fox Glacier or Tasman Glacier. Fly across the Southern Alps for views of Aoraki/Mount Cook and Mt Tasman.

The experience includes an approximately 10-minute snow landing in a remote alpine location. The pilot selects the route according to weather, visibility and flying conditions, giving this flight more flexibility than the shorter Glacier Explorer option.

Passengers flying over Lake Mapourika with Glacier Country Helicopters near Franz Josef

Glacier Country Helicopters blue IDX helicopter during snow landing near Franz Josef

Three smiling people posing on the snow during a Middleton landing near Franz Josef with Glacier Country Helicopters

Aerial view of deep crevasses and icefalls on Franz Josef Glacier

Glacier Country Helicopters flying above the icy terrain of Franz Josef Glacier

Tour Highlights

35-minute scenic helicopter flight
Franz Josef plus Fox or Tasman Glacier
Southern Alps and Main Divide scenery
Views of Aoraki/Mount Cook and Mt Tasman
Approximately 10-minute snow landing
Pilot-selected route based on conditions
Remote alpine landing location

Scenic helicopter flight
Approximately 10-minute snow landing
Pre-flight safety briefing
Pilot commentary

What to Bring

Warm jacket
Sunglasses
Sturdy enclosed footwear
Camera or phone

Adult: 18 years +
Children: 4-17 years
Infant: 3 years and under

24 hours or more before departure: Full refund**.
Within 24 hours: No refund
Flights are weather dependent, with possible changes or cancellations at the pilot’s discretion. Full refunds** are issued if we cannot fly.
If your day doesn't go to plan and you are late, please do reach out as soon as possible, we will try rescheduling you to a later flight or the next day when possible.

Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount.
Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

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Cost per person

Oct 2025-Sep 2026: NZ$495

Pricing is correct at the time of publishing but subject to change without prior notice.

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Note: Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*