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Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

Location Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
Location South Island, New Zealand
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Overview

The fixed-wing flight from Queenstown to Franz Josef glacier offers spectacular views, but the glacier Heli Hike is the trip's highlight. Experienced guides will lead you into a deep part of the glacier.

  • 🛩️ The scenic helicopter flight showcases deep crevasses and waterfalls before landing on the upper ice fall of Franz Josef glacier.
  • 🧗‍♂️ You'll be fitted with crampons for the two-hour exploration on the ice, ensuring safety while navigating this unique environment.
  • ❄️ Experience the natural beauty of caves and the ever-changing landscape of the glacier in New Zealand's South Island.
  • ⚠️ This activity requires participants to be in good health and physically fit for ice hiking; age restrictions may apply.

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Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown
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Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Hiking boots and crampons are provided
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • You are required to bring your own lunch and snacks. There is usually no time to get food in Franz Josef.

Meeting point
Check in at our office 30 minutes prior to departure. We are located in the Remarkables Park Town Centre, near Queenstown Airport, with free all-day parking. Park near the New World supermarket and walk across the carpark entrance to our building on the corner of the main road (Hawthorne Drive).
Return details
Check in at our office 30 minutes prior to departure. We are located in the Remarkables Park Town Centre, near Queenstown Airport, with free all-day parking. Park near the New World supermarket and walk across the carpark entrance to our building on the corner of the main road (Hawthorne Drive).

  • Franz Josef Glacier
    This is where the hiking portion of the tour will take place. Take in the beauty of the glacier up close and personal. The contract between the rainforest and the alpine environment is truly spectacular. The total duration of this tour includes check in time in Cooks and the flight from Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier and vice versa.

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children and weight restrictions are applicable for this tour
  • Existing or previous medical conditions including (but not limited to) those listed below may have an impact on your ability to participate in our Glacier Heli Hike. It's important that you advise us of the following when making your booking: Ankle or knee injuries; ACL damage; Joint replacements or dislocations; Neck or back injuries; Heart conditions and high / low blood pressure; Diabetes; Severe asthma. If you have any doubt about your ability to participate in the trip we recommend you consult your medical practitioner prior to booking. In addition to this, our lead guides may need to restrict guest participation on a Heli Hike Trip based on the specific conditions of the glacier on the day.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

    Location Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
    Location South Island, New Zealand
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