Franz Josef Heli Hiking Guided Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Franz Josef Heli Hiking Guided Tour

Duration: 3 hours
Destination: New Zealand, West Coast, Franz Josef & Fox Glacier
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  • 3 hours
  • Franz Josef & Fox Glacier
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Combine a scenic helicopter flight over Franz Josef Glacier with a 2-hour guided walk on glacial terrain during this exhilarating tour from Franz Josef. Find out why New Zealand's South Island is famous for its gorgeous landscapes as you follow an experienced guide past ice caves, crevasses and pinnacles. Learn about glacier formation and movement, and enjoy supreme panoramic views. Choose from seasonal departure times to suit your schedule.

Itinerary

A first-hand exploration of a glacier by chopper, seeing only what experienced mountaineers can reach is a wilderness experience you’ll never forget.

From our Franz Josef Village base, you’ll fly up to the Franz Josef Glacier in the Westland National Park. You’ll land on a section of this 12km long glacier where we’ve made a daily safety assessment of the conditions on this fast-moving ice flow. Equipped with glacier boots and crampons you’ll walk for two hours amongst the ice formations and pinnacles and see first-hand the extraordinary colours of the ice-flow. Touch the ice, breathe in the fresh air.

We team up with Franz Josef Glacier Guides who have been taking visitors over this epic icefall terrain since 1990 and can trace their heritage back 100 years. They have an immaculate safety record, rigid assessments and using quality equipment, your safety and enjoyment is taken care of.

Stop At:

• Franz Josef Glacier, Glacier Access Road Westland Tai Poutini National Park, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park New Zealand
• The Helicopter Line West Coast, Main South Road SH6, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7856 New Zealand
• Westland Tai Poutini National Park, Westland Tai Poutini National Park, West Coast Region, South Island

Inclusions
  • Helicopter ride
  • Professional guide
  • 2-hour hike on the glacier
  • Use of gear (glacier boots, talons, socks, ice axe, waterproof jacket)

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Minimum age is 10 years
  • It is recommended that you wear sturdy footwear and bring warm layers due to cold temperatures
  • Moderate level of fitness is required
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions; if canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Please note: A guided walk among ice caves is usually part of the tour but all tour activities are dependent on the weather
  • Maximum weight limit of 115kg per person including gear / Minimum child weight 35kg (subject to ice conditions)
  • What to bring
  • Warm upper-body clothing (preferably 3-4 layers)
  • Leggings or light trousers, although shorts are acceptable
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Waterproof jacket (provided if you don't have one)
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

63 Cron Street, Franz Josef / Waiau 7886, New Zealand


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

3 hours


User's Reviews

Emma_M

23 Mar, 2024

The helicopter ride was a fantastic experience. We saw the whole glacier. The hike wasn’t too difficult and our guide Rosa was knowledgeable about the glacier. It was a trip to remember.

Marti_H

20 Mar, 2024

Our guide Anna was wonderful giving us a memorable experience on the glacier and educating us along the. She always emphasized safety. Even when the weather turned for a time delaying our extricate she kept things fun and kept us warm in a large divvy. We truly got the full experience!

Martyn_S

07 Mar, 2024

We were extremely lucky with the weather and set off in blue skies although the cloud came in later meaning we were the last trip of the day. Choose an early trip if possible - best chance of good weather.

Kirk_F

04 Mar, 2024

Once in a lifetime amazing experience. The tour is weather dependent but worth the risk. Our guide Ula made the experience special, safe but exciting and informative. She knew a lot about the glacier! Great stories. She managed the timing for the hike and story telling. Overall great views and great pics along with physical challenge.

Dirk_M

02 Mar, 2024

The helicopter ride was amazing! Walking on the glacier was very cool. Really well organized. The guide, Aidan, was fantastic. Lots of great photo ops, definitely worth it!

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Shout out to Phill!

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Most fun on ice!!!

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Franz Josef Heli hike

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World class experience

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Great Customer Service

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Amazing Glacier Experience!

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Heli-Hike And Paddle Combo Tour: weather unfortunately makes or breaks both activities. The flight and hike were AMAZING

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