What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 25 minutes.

Franz Josef: Neve Discoverer Helicopter Flight with snow landing

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: Weather check – due to very changeable weather conditions your weather is at same time as check-in. Check-In closes 30 minutes prior to departure time..

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Overview

The perfect opportunity to get up close to the glacier and touch snow. You'll be captivated as you lift off and fly up and over Franz Josef Glacier and experience the solitude of landing in this wonderful natural alpine environment.

Gallery

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What's Included

✓ Included

Scenic helicopter flight with snow landing (8 - 10 minutes)
Pilot guide
Live commentary on board

✗ Not Included

Food and drinks
Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

Experience Franz Josef Glacier from the sky where you will fly up from Franz Josef Village, embrace the magnitude of this ancient formation as well as enjoying a snow landing up on the glacier itself.

Stop 2

Land on the neve of the glacier on the snow and step foot onto the ancient ice.

Stop 3

Return back down to Franz Josef Village after your snow landing and enjoy the spectacular views of the rainforests and coast line as you fly down the valley over the Franz Josef Glacier before landing back at the helipad.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

Weather check – due to very changeable weather conditions your weather is at same time as check-in. Check-In closes 30 minutes prior to departure time.

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End Point

Weather check – due to very changeable weather conditions your weather is at same time as check-in. Check-In closes 30 minutes prior to departure time.

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Good to Know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Wheelchair accessible
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It is recommended that warm clothing and suitable footwear be worn on this tour due to cold temperatures. Moderate fitness is required.

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Special Instructions

• It is recommended that sunglasses, warm clothing and suitable footwear be worn due to cold temperatures
• To avoid disappointment please let us know if a passenger's weight changes from time of booking. If your actual weight at check in is 15kg (33lb) or greater than your declared weight, you may need to be rescheduled and would be subject to flight availability.
• All scenic flights are subject to weather conditions. Should a flight not operate due to weather conditions or minimum number requirements, passengers can redeem their voucher for any other scenic flights of similar duration and price at any of The Helicopter Line operations in Mount Cook, Queenstown, Fox Glacier or Franz Josef Glacier.
• Get in touch with us if your contact details have changed or need updating from time of booking.