Franz Josef Pilot’s Choice 35-Minute Helicopter Tour

Franz Josef and Fox glaciers from a helicopter

A 35-minute helicopter from Franz Josef: two of the three big glaciers and about 10 minutes on snow. From NZD 495 per person.

About 35 minutes from 10 Main Road, Franz Josef. Shared seating, one seat at the from-price. You fly Franz Josef Glacier, then either Fox or Tasman as the day allows, then land about 10 minutes for photos. Check in 30 minutes before. Allow about 45 extra minutes around the flight. Comfort seat from 120 kg / 265 lbs. Front seats extra, requested 24 hours ahead. Hotel pickup is not included. Cancel currently 24 hours before for a full refund as shown when you book. Franz Josef is the only base on these listings.

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Pricing

Helicopter flight per passenger: From NZD 495

One seat. Live prices are shown when you book. (NZD)

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FAQ

Live availability is shown when you book. Check in 30 minutes before at 10 Main Road. Allow about 45 extra minutes around the flight for the van to the pad and back. Comfort seats and front-seat extras are requested at least 24 hours ahead and confirmed at check-in.

Infants sit on a lap. Age limits are confirmed before payment. These products are not listed as wheelchair accessible. Check the tour page, or email hello@flyovertheworld.com.

Cancellation follows the policy shown when you book — currently a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure. If weather stops a landing, the landing fee is refunded and the flight is shortened by the landing time as listed. If the flight cannot go, you are offered another time or a refund as shown when you book.

Everyone is weighed at check-in. A comfort seat is required from 120 kg / 265 lbs, or optional for extra space. Front seats are an extra, requested 24 hours ahead. Check the tour page, or email hello@flyovertheworld.com.

Your safety comes first, and we always aim for a pleasant experience. If weather conditions prevent the flight, we will contact you immediately to reschedule at no extra cost or offer a full refund. Our experienced pilots monitor conditions closely and have your contact details in case of last minute changes.

Scenic helicopters on this hub take off from Franz Josef only. Check in at 10 Main Road, Franz Josef / Waiau 7886. A van then takes you to the pad; allow about forty-five extra minutes beyond flight time for check-in, transfer, loading, and the return to the office. Check in 30 minutes before. Hotel pickup is not included. These listings do not leave from Fox Glacier township. A booking for the wrong town is not refunded inside 24 hours as listed.

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