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Franz Josef Glacier - HELI HIKE

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This is a fantastic introduction to an enthralling world of ice - a world famous hike!

This is a fantastic introduction to an enthralling world of ice - a world famous hike!

Highlights

  • Once in a lifetime NZ glacier experience!
  • Breathtaking heli flight to and from Franz Josef Glacier
  • Up to 2.5 hours on the ice with your guide

**100% WEATHER REFUND GUARANTEE**

Visitors travel from all corners of the globe to experience this utterly stunning once in a life time heli / glacier experience.

A short heli hop from the township of Franz Josef takes you into the remarkable Pinnacles area of the glacier.

Here your guide will navigate you through a maze of ice and explain the dramatic environmental changes over the last few years.

You will explore the awe-inspiring landscape in this incredible experience through the Franz Josef Glacier.

This is one of the highest demand activities anywhere in New Zealand, so bookings are essential!


Duration: Allow up to 4.5 hours for the whole experience.

Location: Your journey starts at our glacier base on Cron Street in the Franz Josef Village.

Per Person $499.00

What's included

  • Waterproof jacket, waterproof trousers, boots, socks & crampons, hat & mittens, small waist bag, walking pole
  • Short helicopter transfer
  • Up to 2.5hr guided hike of the Franz Josef Glacier

Location

  • 63 Cron St
  • Franz Josef

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 10

  • We have a strict weight limit of 115kg/254lbs. Due to health and safety reasons we are unable to guide pregnant women on the hike. The minimum age for this trip is 8 years old (Children also must be 137cm tall and at least 35kg). Please inform us of any medical conditions, prior to booking..

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • *** PLEASE NOTE*** Bookme tickets cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offers or discounts.

    Due to health and safety reasons we are unable to guide pregnant women on the hike.

  • Bookme tickets cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offers or discounts.

    Due to the high demand nature of this product, the rapidly changing weather, and the frequent departures, bookings made via the Bookme system will be subject to a further confirmation which will specify the exact departure time. This confirmation will arrive via the email address made at the time of booking with Bookme. Please check you Junk Mail or contact the operator if you do not receive a final confirmation email.

    We require a minimum of 4 people to operate our tour. On very rare occasions, the operator reserves the right to reschedule or refund the trip, however, every safe and reasonable endeavor will be made to operate.

    We have a 24hr booking cancellation policy. Any bookings cancelled within 24 hours of the trip departure time will not receive a refund. There will be no refunds on 'no show' bookings.

    Moderate fitness level is recommended.

    Bookings with children: Due to glacier and weather conditions the guidelines for children may change and participation in the hike is ultimately the decision of the lead guide on the day. To give the best chance of participation, we recommend all parties travelling with children book our trips from 11 AM onwards. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

值得體驗的行程
值得體驗的行程
Chia-Wei Peng from Taiwan
Squeezing through a cravesse
Squeezing through a cravesse
Katrina from Australia
Amazing experience
Amazing experience
Iced from Australia
Amazing experience
Amazing experience
Iced from Australia
Amazing experience
Amazing experience
Iced from Australia
Amazing experience!
Amazing experience!
Michael from Australia
Unforgettable
Unforgettable
April CHAPLIN from Australia
Unforgettable
Unforgettable
April CHAPLIN from Australia
Unforgettable
Unforgettable
April CHAPLIN from Australia
Cutting the trial.
Cutting the trial.
Kylie from Australia
헬리하이킹중 흔한 사진!^^
헬리하이킹중 흔한 사진!^^
JI from South Korea
Stunning view!
Stunning view!
peilingn from Malaysia
Great experience!
Great experience!
Lucienne from Netherlands
美好的冰川體驗
美好的冰川體驗
Kaichien Sun from Taiwan
美好的冰川體驗
美好的冰川體驗
Kaichien Sun from Taiwan
Helicopter ride
Helicopter ride
Amelia Chua from Singapore
Our hilarious guide Cody
Helicopter ride
Amelia Chua from Singapore

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Josepha Walter from Germany wrote on 24 September 2018

Unglaublich!!!

Eine wirklich beeindruckende und unglaubliche Erfahrung, an die ich sicher ein Leben lang denken werde.. Neben der Wanderung über den Gletscher an sich ging es auch durch enge Eishöhlen und Eisspalten - wirklich einmalig!!

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From Franz Josef Glacier - HELI HIKE

Kia ora Josepha, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience on BookMe, we appreciate your comments. It is always great to receive feedback of this nature. We love hearing that you had such an amazing experience exploring the glacier. Safe travels and we look forward to welcoming you back the next time you visit the stunning West Coast. Ngā mihi, Georgia

Stefanie Wicke from Germany wrote on 06 June 2017

Gute Tour

Man bekommt alles gestellt, was man braucht und wir hatten einen sehr guten und netten Guide. Der Heli Flug ist ziemlich kurz. Sehr interessant durch das Eis zu laufen. Beeindruckend und hat echt Spaß gemacht. Ist dennoch recht teuer.

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Luca from Germany wrote on 08 April 2016

Wahnsinn!

Wir hatten beim ersten Versuch auf den Gletscher zu fliegen leider Pech und mussten den Termin um ein paar Tage verschieben oder hätten unser Geld wiederbekommen. Da es uns das wert war, haben wir die Urlaubsplanung ein bisschen angepasst um noch mal am Gletscher vorbeizukommen und es hat sich total gelohnt. Ja - es ist teuer! Aber es war das Geld wert. Man erhält die komplette Ausrüstung (von Mütze, über Handschuhe, einen Mantel, eine Wasserfeste Hose, Schuhe samt Spikes ist alles dabei), zwei Helicopter Flüge (Hin&Rückflug), die schon spektakuläre Momente und Aussichten bieten und ist danach in Gruppen a 10 Personen gut 2h auf dem Gletscher mit zwei Guides unterwegs! 100% empfehlenswert :)

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Bianca Moore from Australia wrote on 04 August 2019

Terrific experience!

Very friendly organisation - who helped me out multiple times as we pondered which trip would best as the weather changed in the days leading up to the trip. On the day we enjoyed a fantastic helicopter ride, brilliant weather, a snow capped glacier, hilarious guide and great company on the tour. Would do again!

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From Franz Josef Glacier - HELI HIKE

Kia Ora Bianca, Thank you for your lovely review! I am so pleased to hear you had a wonderful time with us and that we did well in all aspects! You picked the right time to go as all of this snow fall has made the glacier look even more amazing! Thank you again and Safe Travels. Ngā mihi, Aimee

Katie Pearson from United States wrote on 05 July 2019

Just do it!

Wow! What an incredible experience! I think I am still grinning ear to a day later. Between having loads of time on the ice, several photo opportunities, a guaranteed window seat on the helicopter ride (at least one way), and included entry to the Glacier Hot Pools (which you can use the day before or of the hike), the heli hike was worth every penny! Go see the glaciers while they're still around; you won't regret it!

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From Franz Josef Glacier - HELI HIKE

Kia Ora Katie, Thank you for taking the time to place your review, we really appreciate your feedback. I am so glad you enjoyed your time on the Glacier Heli Hike, it sure is a once in a lifetime experience! The Hot Pools are always the best to relax and unwind after having such fun on the Ice! Thank you again and Safe Travels! Ngā mihi, Aimee

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