Heli Hike on Franz Josef Glacier

4.6 / 5
200 reviews
4K+ booked
Franz Josef / Waiau
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  • Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight over Franz Josef Glacier and the surrounding mountains
  • Land on the glacier and begin a small group guided hike across the ice.
  • The only company permitted to operate on Franz Josef Glacier, allowing for a safe and memorable experience
  • See tall ice towers (seracs) that can reach up to 40 metres high.
  • Experience the famous blue ice, a highlight of the glacier tour.
  • Spend up to 2.5 hours on the ice, exploring with your professional guide.
  • Walk through unique ice formations and caves that can only be found in this special landscape.
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Half Day Glacier Tour

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What to expect

A guided Heli-hike glacier experience you will never forget! Franz Josef Glacier Guides are proud to share with you the very best of New Zealand’s glaciers, the iconic Franz Josef Glacier.

Start your journey with a scenic helicopter ride from Franz Josef township. Fly over lush rainforest and snow capped mountains before landing on the glacier. After landing exclusively on the glacier, your guide will help you put on special ice gear and lead you on a safe and exciting walk on the ice.

The guides have an extensive amount of experience and are specialists in their craft. Safety is top priority with each trip tailored to the ability of your group, as well as the conditions of the ice on the day.

Heli Hike tours are limited and very popular so be sure to book early!

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What To Bring:

  • Warm, breathable base layers such as merino or polypropylene
  • Suitable long pants for walking in (no jeans)
  • Sunglasses and sun protection (don't forget to protect your lips with balm)
  • Your own warm hat and gloves if you prefer
  • Camera

Reviews

4.6 / 5
Fantastic
200 reviews
Services offered
4.6
Value for money
4.5
Quality of facility
4.5
Safety measures
4.5
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Overall impression
An unforgettable and exciting experience, highly recommended. The heli-hike offers spectacular views and is considered a must-do activity, providing a unique and amazing adventure.
Services offered
Professional, friendly, and knowledgeable guides provide detailed explanations and ensure safety. Efficient organization of the activity, including equipment provision and smooth refund processes for cancellations.
Value for money
Despite the higher price, the experience is considered a worthwhile investment, offering great value for a unique and memorable activity.
Quality of facility
Comprehensive equipment such as crampons, hiking shoes, waterproof gear, and bags are provided. Helicopter access offers breathtaking aerial views, complementing the glacier experience.
Safety measures
Operators prioritize participant safety with professional staff, health declarations, physical assessments, and careful guidance throughout the hike. Well-maintained equipment and adherence to safety protocols ensure a secure experience.
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Review for: Half Day Glacier Tour

It was a great experience. We went in mid-June. The weather was very good that day. The glacier staff provided us with plenty of tools, ie crampons, socks, hiking shoes, spikes, glacier sticks, waterproof jackets, waterproof Pants, etc., they will provide enough clothes, but it is worth reminding that you can’t bring your own backpack, you have to put things in the small side backpack they provide. If you have a camera, you can hang it around your neck. After wearing the equipment Then if you walk in the correct way according to the guide, the road will not be too slippery and you can take beautiful photos all the way! Whether it is the provision of equipment, the professionalism of the tour guide, or the experience of the helicopter, I give full marks! One of the list of things worth doing in life, glaciers will only become less and less... now is the most beautiful time to see it!

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The weather was absolutely perfect on the day of departure, and we were assigned front-row seats on the helicopter, which offered fantastic views. Our guide led us through ice crevices and into ice caves for photos. Although the journey wasn't long, the glaciers we saw along the way were all incredibly beautiful.

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Review for: Half Day Glacier Tour

A must-do in South NZ!! It was the highlight of our trip! Glad to see beautiful sceneries on the helicopter and an interesting hiking adventure on the glacier. Guides were good & ensured our safety.

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Review for: Half Day Glacier Tour

Mind-Blowing is one word to describe this experience. This was just out of the world, I totally loved this activity. The way the whole activity was organized very professionally, right from the briefing to the end everything went smoothly. Tom was our guide and he was highly skilled. Andy was our helicopter pilot and he flew really well. I felt totally safe and confident to do this activity with Franz Josef Glacier Guides. This is a once in a lifetime activity and I highly recommend this. Don't miss this if you're in Franz Josef.

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superB experience on the glacier. I was lucky for going on a day with perfect weather. the guides are knowledgeable and take all the precautions to ensure safety

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wonderful experience, staffs are professional and friendly, I can see the glacier from the top on the helicopter. it is worth to try!

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Review for: Half Day Glacier Tour (FJ001)

really loved every tours that I had booked a klook so far!!! this was definitely experience of a lifetime for me n my partner. The heli ride was amazing and because of weight distribution, I was blessed to be seated next to the pilot for both ways! amazing view and the glacier hike was one of a kind! didn't get the chance to relax in the hot tub.

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Review for: 半日遊(FJ001)

The store will provide shoes, socks, jackets (the jacket pockets are sealed and cannot be used), side backpacks (only take him up), trekking poles, pants are also provided if needed (but we do n’t need pants when it ’s hot this time) It is recommended that the photographic equipment can be hung on the neck, and the mobile phone is also best hung on the neck, and the hands are busy during hiking. I use gopro to hang my neck to record the journey. Helicopter transfer time is short, but you can get a glimpse of the glacier and it is spectacular. Very recommended experience! Ou yes, it is recommended to bring a hat, the temperature is pleasant but the sun is direct, and there is no cloud. You can bring a small water bottle and try a bit of glacial water. Be sure to bring sunglasses!

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Review for: Half Day Glacier Tour

Highly recommended. One of the very special activities in New Zealand. Although the price is quite high, it is really beautiful when the weather is good. Highly recommended.

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Review for: 半日遊(FJ001)

One of the activities that must go to this life! ! At the beginning, the coach will give everyone the appropriate equipment according to the body shape of the group. After the dress is completed, go to the helipad to go to the ice river! (You don't need to bring too many things, you can only carry a small bag they provided) We shuttled on the ice river, climbed up and down, and drilled into the blue ice hole. It was an unforgettable experience. Help everyone to ice, so that everyone can travel happily and go home safely!

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