Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min
Tổng quát
1 giờ 20 phút
Vé di động
Glacier Country Helicopters is a local, family owned and operated company based in Franz Josef, on the West Coast of New Zealand. Husband and wife team Gus and Poppy started the company in January 2014 and you'll generally find one of them out flying most days.
On our Pilots Choice flight you'll see two of the three "big" glaciers. You'll fly over the Franz Josef Glacier then over either the Fox Glacier or Tasman Glacier and fly into the Southern Alps to enjoy the included 10 minute snow landing for photos. Total experience time approx. 35 minutes.
If you wish to book a Comfort Seat or request a Front Seat / Executive Helicopter Upgrade, please contact us at least 24hours in advance of your flight.
Please allow an extra 45minutes on top of your flight time to allow for checking in, transport to helicopter, loading, unloading and to return to our office.
Thông tin khác
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please let us know if you have limited mobility e.g. injury, arthritis or recent surgery? There are two high ladder style steps into the helicopter. This information could effect what helicopter we fly you in.
Comfort Seats: Our helicopter seats are 40cm wide, an empty seat can be reserved next to you if you prefer extra space (passengers 120KG & over when weighed at check in will be required to purchase a Comfort Seat - these are half the RRP of your flight).
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cần Quan Tâm
Franz Josef Glacier
The Pilot's Choice flight includes stunning views of the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers or Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers.
Fox Glacier
The Pilot's Choice flight includes stunning views of the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers or Franz Josef and Tasman Glaciers.
Bao gồm
35-minute scenic helicopter flight
Snow landing (approx. 10 minutes) for photos
Safety briefing and equipment (if required)
Professional and experienced pilot
All fees, GST, and taxes
Comfort Seat (compulsory for passengers 120kg / 265lbs & over, or optional for extra space)
Front Seat / Executive Upgrade (subject to availability, request in advance)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (check-in is at 10 Main Road, Franz Josef)
Food and drinks
Tùy chọn
Pilot's Choice - 2 Glaciers with Snow Landing - 35mins
Đánh giá
325 đánh giá
Tổng số đánh giá và xếp hạng từ Viator & TripAdvisor
Professional friendly caring family company
Smiths 0 1 2,,3 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00What a terrific family owned company to fly with. So professional and terrific customer service. The team worked brilliantly to make our flight happen. The weather is always a challenge and they changed our flight from the supreme to the Shackleton which turned out to be the best trip ever. They reduced our fee accordingly and offered a no quibble refund if we don’t want the alternative. Above all this company has brilliant caring and great humoured people, no egos, and they treated us like friends. The helicopters are in great condition and the airworthiness was top drawer. Don’t miss out!
It was good
nick1234177,,2 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
4.00The flight path was beautiful and you get to take great pictures and videos. I wish I could sit in the front row but it seems they sit couples there. I did not like that they put me in the last group to fly. Also, the pilot did not ask me if I'm traveling solo for the photo. Just for your information, the place they land is not on top of glacier, it is on a flat area somewhere up there, maybe for safety reasons.
What an amazing experience!
klwineera,,31 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Best last-minute idea we’ve ever had! Our daughter didn’t want to go at first as she’s not a fan of heights, but she ended up having the best time ever. The morning was absolutely magical with not a cloud in the sky. The ride up was so smooth, and the pilot was incredibly informative. The snow landing was awesome! Would highly recommend this experience to anyone — unforgettable from start to finish.
Due to forecast poor...
Mark G,,22 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Due to forecast poor weather we were contacted in advance and an alternative flight found the team were proactive and really helpful. The flight was very good with lots of information and a determination to ensure we all had a good time. For me it was first time in a helicopter and first time on a glacier, it was a great experience, would do it again and recommend it.
Highly recommend
769pepperm,,17 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended this group! Very accommodating and friendly. Was a great experience. Pilot was informative and fun to be with!
The team made the best of trying weather conditions. Worthwhile experience.
mjyiam,,16 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
4.00The team were extremely helpful in arranging our flight around the weather. It was disappointing we could not do a snow landing but partial refund was appreciated.
Ice cool experience
Siong H,,15 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00The company has been very proactive in informing guests of flight probabilities as impacted by impending weather. Communication was excellent and there was a high degree of flexibility in adapting flight schedules according to customers’ needs and weather.
Beautiful scenic flight
P2371VLdeniseh,,12 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00This is a family-owned company and I like to support family and local businesses. They explain exactly what to do and what you’ll need, including safety precautions. The flight was beautiful and the pilot pointed out the geographical features we were flying over. We landed on Franz/Josef Glacier and stayed long enough to look around and take pictures. I would definitely recommend this!
Excellent service and beautiful day.
natdeath,,12 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Easy check in and online presence. Friendly staff from reception, to drivers, to pilots. Wonderful time for a special day for our family!
Experience was great with...
Pristine W,,9 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Experience was great with Gus as our pilot. We were in very safe hands and the snow landing was an awesome experience. Stunning landscape on the way there too! Will ferried us back to the activity center and he was extremely friendly, giving us lots of suggestions for the rest of our holidays. Worth giving it a try!
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