Mount Cook Spectacular Helicopter Flight from Franz Josef

Highlights

Make your way to a helicopter base in the center of Franz Josef township, then check in for your helicopter tour; departures are available throughout the day, and you can request your preferred time when booking. Climb into the helicopter and lift off above the town, flying across the two massive glaciers that creep through Westland Tai Poutini National Park. You’ll spot both Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier as you cross the mountains that parallel New Zealand’s West Coast, then see the distinctive, jagged profile of Mount Cook, the country’s highest peak. Three summits tower over the two glaciers on Mount Cook’s flanks, now protected as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the mountain up close when the pilot touches down for a snow landing—you’ll have some time to take in the high altitude views and mountain air, and snap some photos with an unforgettable backdrop. Following the snow landing, start the flight back towards the coast and Franz Josef township, where this 40-minute helicopter flight concludes.

Summary

Make your way to a helicopter base in the center of Franz Josef township, then check in for your helicopter tour; departures are available throughout the day, and you can request your preferred time when booking. Climb into the helicopter and lift off above the town, flying across the two massive glaciers that creep through Westland Tai Poutini National Park. You’ll spot both Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier as you cross the mountains that parallel New Zealand’s West Coast, then see the distinctive, jagged profile of Mount Cook, the country’s highest peak. Three summits tower over the two glaciers on Mount Cook’s flanks, now protected as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the mountain up close when the pilot touches down for a snow landing—you’ll have some time to take in the high altitude views and mountain air, and snap some photos with an unforgettable backdrop. Following the snow landing, start the flight back towards the coast and Franz Josef township, where this 40-minute helicopter flight concludes.

Tour info

Duration

40 minutes

Why take this tour?

Enjoy the ultimate glacial experience on this 40-minute Mount Cook spectacular helicopter flight from Franz Josef. This flight tours covers it all including glacial icefalls and crevasses and neves. You will have views from the coast to mountain tops and you will get to see both glaciers and New Zealand’s highest peak. Cross the spine of the Southern Alps and circle the top of magnificent Mt Cook. Topped off with a spectacular snow landing, this is the best helicopter experience on the West Coast.

What’s included?

Professional Pilot
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 40m
Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

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

Operator Website

Operated by:

Glacier Helicopters

About operator:

Glacier Helicopters offers a range of scenic helicopter flights from 20 minutes to 40 minutes. Charter flights are available and can vary from 20 minutes to several hours duration. Flights depart from Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. Our flights encompass the Mount Cook National Park, and both Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier. Glacier landings are our specialty. Our helicopter flights allow people with limited time to “get away from it all” and experience area of New Zealand’s wilderness renowned for its outstanding natural beauty.