Heli Hike Fox Glacier

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Highlights

  • Return helicopter transfers and ground transport are included

  • An ideal adventure for active travelers seeking a memorable experience

  • See parts of the glacier that most visitors miss by staying lower down

Summary

Spend up to 3 hours hiking on the Fox Glacier, The fly-in, fly-out heli hike combines the excitement of walking on the Te Moeka o Tuawe/Fox Glacier with the thrill of helicopter flights. By flying in you can access and explore a part of the glacier where its forces work hardest and often create spectacular ice caves and arches. You will be outfitted with boots and crampons specially designed for these ice conditions. You follow the ice steps cut by your guide as you explore the amazing formations. Please note that this is a natural and ever-changing environment. Ice features change constantly and no guarantee can be given that specific features will be seen. This is a weather dependent trip.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
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Why take this tour?

On a helicopter tour you can get a close-up look at the Fox Glacier and go beyond what you can see on a simple walking tour. Be amazed by the spectacular views of the mountain, glacier, and ice falls, before landing and hiking through the hard-to-reach terrain. All necessary ice-hiking equipment will be provided, including sturdy leather boots, so you don't need to worry about safety or comfort.

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What’s included?

  • Two helicopter transfers

  • Professional Guide

  • Leather boots and socks

  • Crampons and walking poles

  • Wet Weather Jacket and Over trousers (if required)

  • Bring 3 - 4 layers of warm upper body clothing

  • Sunglasses and sun protection

  • Jeans are not recommended - Cotton pants or trackpants are more suitable

  • A day pack is useful and a drink and snacks are a good idea

  • For winter trips bring a warm hat and gloves

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Operated by:

Fox Glacier Guiding

About operator:

It's our privilege to guide you on the West Coast's largest and less crowded glacier. It is one of New Zealand's truly natural wonders. Whether you are walking, heli-hiking or ice-climbing with us in this incredible environment, we can promise you a memory you'll cherish. We have a long guiding history on the glacier (guided walks first started in 1928). Those years of accumulated knowledge and experience mean we are able to guide you with complete confidence. You can rest assured we take your safety and comfort very seriously. Come and enjoy our friendly West Coast hospitality, experience the mighty Fox Glacier with us and create a lifetime memory. We have glacier trips suitable for most fitness levels and ages including children from 9 yrs.

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