Franz Josef: Glacier Helicopter Ride with Snow Landing
ID: GYG325023-575888
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
20 min.
Description
Soar above scenic snowy landscapes and enjoy unsurpassed views of Franz Josef Glacier on this epic helicopter tour. Admire views of some of New Zealand’s highest peaks, then stop for a snow landing.
Board the helicopter at the local partner’s base in Franz Josef, then ascend into the New Zealand's highest mountain range known as the Southern Alps, where panoramic views await.
Soar across the sky, passing over the spectacular ice pinnacles and crevasses of Franz Josef Glacier on the way to the snow landing site. Throughout the tour, soak up once-in-a-lifetime views of snow-capped mountains, ancient glacier as well as some of New Zealand’s highest peaks.
Arrive at the landing site and take your first steps onto the snowy landscape. Be amazed by the sheer beauty of your surroundings as you are dwarfed by the size of this mountainous West Coast region. Enjoy enough time to take photos and soak up this magical location, then board the helicopter for the return journey to the base. Another view of this amazing and unique glacier formation as you descend back down across temperate rainforest and safe landing back at base.
Highlights
- Spectacular views of the ice pinnacles, crevasses of Franz Josef Glacier
- A magical atmosphere from your snow landing and, fantastic photo opportunities
- See majestic snow-capped mountains and some of New Zealand's highest peaks
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Infants 3yrs and under and weighing less than 15kg will be sitting on an adult's lap, but they must be declared as a passenger with the initial booking
Infants 3yrs and under and weighing above 15kg must be charged the child fare
Flight departures, flight routes, and snow landing are subject to safe and suitable weather conditions and at the pilot's discretion
INCLUDED
- Headsets provide for a running commentary provided by your pilot
- Pilots and guides will point out areas of interest such as Mount Cook and Mount Tasman, New Zealand's highest peaks
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
