Private 3 Glaciers, Snow Landing

Private Flight: 3 Glaciers with Snow Landing - 45mins

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from $1,494.27 per group

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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meeting point: 10 Main Road, Franz Josef
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Glacier Country Helicopters

Overview

This 45-minute private helicopter flight with Glacier Country Helicopters sweeps over three glaciers in one loop: Franz Josef, Fox and Tasman, with a snow landing along the way. It also passes over Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu). Because it is a private booking, only your group is aboard.

The flight starts and ends at the operator's base at 10 Main Road, Franz Josef / Waiau, and travellers are asked to check in at the office half an hour before departure. Bring sunglasses, a jacket, a camera and shoes you do not mind getting wet, as advised. All fees and taxes are included in the tour price.

It suits most travellers who can manage two high ladder-style steps into the helicopter. Anyone with limited mobility, an injury, arthritis or recent surgery should tell the operator in advance, since this can affect which helicopter is used. Note that the only base is in Franz Josef, not Mount Cook village, and the operator warns that cancellations made within 24 hours because a customer booked the wrong location will not be refunded.

From$1,494.27 per group

Duration1 hour 30 minutes

Reviews16 reviews

What's Included

Included

All fees and taxes

Run byGlacier Country Helicopters

Itinerary

Check in at Franz Josef officeArrive at 10 Main Road, Franz Josef / Waiau, 30 minutes before the flight time. The activity ends back at this same point.
Franz Josef Glacier flyoverThe 45-minute flight passes by Franz Josef Glacier.
Fox Glacier flyoverThe route continues past Fox Glacier.
Tasman Glacier flyoverThe helicopter then passes by Tasman Glacier.
Aoraki Mount Cook National ParkThe flight passes over Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu).
Return to baseThe flight ends back at the meeting point in Franz Josef.

Snow Landing: Weather permitting

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you prepare for this flight.

A helicopter crossing the rain-green Franz Josef valley toward the Main Divide, seen from a ridge.

What to bring. The operator recommends sunglasses, a jacket, a camera, and shoes you do not mind getting wet.
Weather dependence. This flight requires good weather. If it is cancelled for poor conditions, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
Private flight. This is a private activity, so only your group participates.
Boarding and mobility. There are two high ladder-style steps into the helicopter, and it is not wheelchair accessible. Tell the operator before you fly about any limited mobility, such as an injury, arthritis or recent surgery, as this can determine which helicopter is used.
Seat width. Helicopter seats are 40cm wide. If you would like extra space or are wider than this, the operator recommends a comfort seat, which guarantees an empty seat beside you.
Weight limits. The total weight limit per passenger is 200 kg. Infants must sit on laps.

From$1,494.27 per group

Reviews16 reviews

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Common issues. Weather is the main risk: the flight only operates in good conditions, and if it is cancelled you will be offered a different date or a full refund. One reviewer reported being grounded while other companies flew, with no update provided on the potential flight. The tour also needs a minimum number of travellers, and if that minimum is not met you will be offered a different date, a different experience or a refund. Finally, the only base is in Franz Josef, and the operator does not refund cancellations made within 24 hours because a customer booked the wrong location.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

All fees and taxes are included in the price. The snow landing is part of the flight itself.

Where Does The Flight Depart From?

It departs from the operator's only base at 10 Main Road, Franz Josef / Waiau, New Zealand. Check in at the office 30 minutes before your flight time. The activity ends back at the same point.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

Hotel pickup is not stated, so check the booking page for your option. The meeting point itself is near public transportation.

Can Children Or Infants Join?

Most travellers can participate, and infants must sit on laps. Confirmation is received at the time of booking.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience's start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted, and cut-off times follow the local time.

Is The Flight Accessible For People With Limited Mobility?

It is not wheelchair accessible, and boarding involves two high ladder-style steps into the helicopter. Travellers are asked to flag any limited mobility, such as an injury, arthritis or recent surgery, when booking, since this can affect which helicopter is used. Seats are 40cm wide, and a comfort seat can be booked for extra space.