Spectacular From Fox Glacier

Mount Cook Spectacular Helicopter Flight from Fox Glacier

9 reviews

from $409.68 per person

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Duration: 40 minutes
Meeting point: Main South Road, Fox Glacier
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Glacier Helicopters

Overview

This 40-minute helicopter flight with Glacier Helicopters lifts off from Fox Glacier township and heads for the big three: Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier and Aoraki / Mount Cook. A professional pilot handles the flying while you take in the scenery. During the flight, the aircraft touches down on a glacier so passengers can step out onto the snow.

The snow landing is the hinge of the trip. You get time on the ice for photos, with photo opportunities running throughout the experience. The flight then ends back at the base at Main South Road, SH6. Check-in is required 30 minutes before your chosen departure time, and the flight ends back where it started.

It suits most travellers who want alpine scenery without a long trek, and most travellers can participate. Children can come if accompanied by an adult, and infants sit on laps. What you do need is flexibility: the flight runs year round, weather permitting, and cancels or reschedules when conditions are poor.

From$409.68 per person

Duration40 minutes

Reviews9 reviews

What's Included

Included

Professional Pilot
Scenic Helicopter Flight
Snow landing on a Glacier
Photo opportunities throughout your experience
See Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier and Aoraki / Mount Cook

Not Included

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Run byGlacier Helicopters

Itinerary

Check in at Fox GlacierArrive at Glacier Helicopters, Main South Road, SH6, Fox Glacier, 30 minutes before your departure time. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off.
Scenic helicopter flightA 40-minute flight with a professional pilot, with views of Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
Snow landing on a glacierThe helicopter lands on the snow so you can step out, take photos and stand on the glacier before lifting off again.
Return to baseThe flight ends back at the meeting point on Main South Road. Food and drinks are not included, so plan any refreshments separately.

Glacier Landing: Weather permitting

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape how this flight goes, from what you can carry on board to where you sit for photos.

A helicopter climbing the upper icefield above Fox Glacier at dawn, gold light striking the seracs and crevasse shadows.

What to bring. The operator recommends warm clothes, sunglasses, sturdy footwear and a camera. Leave bags of any description behind, since none are allowed on the flights.
Seating and photos. Photo opportunities run throughout the flight, but seating matters. One reviewer said the seat position made it hard to get good photos.
Weather dependency. Flights run all year round, weather permitting, and this experience requires good weather. If it is cancelled for poor conditions you are offered a different date or a full refund. On Christmas the operator runs only from 9 am to 12 pm.
Weight and check-in. Total weight per passenger is limited to 150 kg. Arrive 30 minutes before your departure time to check in.
Children and infants. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Infants sit on laps, and infant seats are available if needed.
Getting there. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off. The meeting point is Glacier Helicopters on Main South Road, SH6, Fox Glacier, near public transportation, and the flight ends back at the same spot.

From$409.68 per person

Reviews9 reviews

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Common issues. The honest limits are practical ones. Weather cancels flights, and the trip also requires a minimum number of travellers, so low demand can end in a rebooking or refund. The experience is not wheelchair accessible, and there is no hotel transport, so you make your own way to the Fox Glacier base. One reviewer found the seating arrangement blocked their photos. Selfie sticks, drones, tablets and all bags are banned on board, and food and drinks are not included.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

The price covers a professional pilot, the scenic helicopter flight, a snow landing on a glacier, and photo opportunities throughout the experience. You will see Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier and Aoraki / Mount Cook. Food, drinks and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No. You meet at Glacier Helicopters, Main South Road, SH6, Fox Glacier, and the activity ends back at that same point. Check in 30 minutes before your departure time.

How Long Is The Flight?

The flight lasts 40 minutes, including the snow landing on the glacier. Allow extra time on top of that for check-in, which happens 30 minutes before departure.

Can Children Or Infants Join?

Yes. Children must be accompanied by an adult, infants must sit on laps, and infant seats are available. Most travellers can participate, though the experience is not wheelchair accessible.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside 24 hours, no refund is given and changes are not accepted. If the operator cancels for poor weather or because the minimum traveller number is not met, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

What Should I Bring, And What Is Banned?

Bring warm clothes, sunglasses, sturdy footwear and a camera. Selfie sticks, drones, flammable liquids, lighters, tablets and bags of any kind are not allowed on any of the flights, so travel light.