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Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown
Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
South Island, New Zealand
$1250.56
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Franz Josef Glacier Helihike from Queenstown promises breathtaking views and an unforgettable adventure. The highlight of this journey is the glacier Heli Hike, guided by experienced professionals.
- 🛩️ Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight that reveals stunning deep crevasses and majestic waterfalls before landing on the upper ice fall of Franz Josef glacier.
- 🧗♂️ Participate in a two-hour exploration on the ice, fitted with crampons to ensure safety while navigating this extraordinary environment.
- ❄️ Witness the natural beauty of ice caves and the dynamic landscape of the glacier in New Zealand's South Island.
- 🕒 The total tour duration is 6 hours, which includes check-in time in Cooks and the flight from Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier and back.
- 🥾 Hiking boots and crampons are provided, ensuring you are well-equipped for the icy conditions.
- 🚐 Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned vehicle for the duration of the tour.
- 🍱 Remember to bring your own lunch and snacks, as there is usually no time to purchase food in Franz Josef.
- 🌍 Public transportation options are available nearby for easy access to the starting point.
- 🗣️ An English-speaking human tour guide will accompany you throughout the experience, sharing insights and ensuring your safety.
- ⚠️ Please note that participants should have a moderate level of physical fitness to fully enjoy the ice hiking experience.
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Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours
- Round trip scenic flights from Queenstown to Franz Josef
- Collections and drop off to Queenstown Hotels
- Guaranteed window seat for everyone on the plane
- All essential hiking gear provided
- Two helicopter transfers onto the ice
- Two hours hiking on the glacier with an experienced guide
- You are required to bring your own lunch and snacks. There is usually no time to buy 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).
- Collections from Queenstown Central Hotels start 50 minutes prior to flight departure. Alternatively, we have free parking at our office in Frankton, where you'll check in. (pass by)
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Check in at our Remarkables Park Town Centre departure lounge, where you will be weighed and receive a safety briefing. Get there nice and early, grab a hot coffee or some snacks in the shopping centre whilst you wait for your flight to depart.
- Take off from Queenstown Airport on a 1 hr scenic flight, getting to see the beauty of the surrounding area (pass by)
- From Queenstown you'll head North, crossing over the Pisa mountains, with great views of Lake Wanaka from above. (pass by)
- After crossing the Southern Alps, you'll get some stunning views of the West Coast National Park. This includes some of the 3,000 glaciers and alpine lakes in the region. You'll land at Franz Josef Airstrip after approximately 1 hour of scenic flying. (pass by)
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Franz JosefAfter landing in Franz Josef, our guiding partners will drive you 10 mins to the glacier base. Here you will gear up with the provided appropriate hiking equipment and receive a safety briefing from your experienced guide.
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Franz Josef GlacierTake a 10 to 15 minute heli ride up onto the Franz Josef Glacier ice. Here you will be left with your experienced guide to strap on your crampons and start hiking. Spend 2 hours exploring the ice features before the helicopter returns to fly you back to base.
- Arriving back at the guiding base, your pilot will be waiting for you to escort you back to the plane. Enjoy a 1 hr return scenic flight to Queenstown, taking a different flight path for maximum sightseeing on the way back. (pass by)
- Arriving back at the departure lounge, a driver will be waiting to take you back to your accommodation, or you will be able to collect your parked car. (pass by)
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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
Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
South Island, New Zealand
$1250.56
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!