30 minute Tasman Experience - scenic helicopter flight

Get the cameras ready for one of the best glacier experiences in New Zealand. Climb up the Franz Josef Glacier, crossing the main divide at Centennial Hut to land on New Zealand’s longest glacier, the Tasman Glacier.

Take in breath-taking views of Mount Tasman and Aoraki Mount Cook, rich with uninterrupted scenery you have to see to believe. Then hop back onboard, cross back over Climber Col Pass and enjoy the spectacular views of Franz Josef Glacier before arriving back at Franz Josef Heliport.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Aoraki/Mt. Cook, Mt. Cook Road, Mt. Cook Village, Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu) New Zealand

Take in the endless beauty of Mount Cook and the national park as we fly over the snow-capped mountains.

Pass By: Franz Josef Glacier, Glacier Access Road Westland Tai Poutini National Park, Franz Josef, Westland Tai Poutini National Park New Zealand

Enjoy breath-taking scenic landscape of the Franz Glacier during the flight.

Stop At: Tasman Glacier, New Zealand

Tasman Glacier and snowfield landing - once landed, the Helicopter will shut down completely for passengers to enjoy the tanquility and silence of the beautiful alpine surroundings.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: West Coast Region, West Coast Region, South Island

Enjoy scenic helicopter flight overlooking - Alpine Huts, View of the Tasman Sea, Native Rainforest & Multiple Waterfalls, among others (views are dependent on weather conditions)



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Helicopter duration depends on the weather."
"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 experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time:
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30 minute Tasman Experience - scenic helicopter flight
3/22/2024 - 5/4/2025

Monday - Sunday :

07:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Duration: 30 Minutes
Start location: 63 Cron Street, Franz Josef / Waiau 7886, New Zealand

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Scenic Helicopter Flight
• Snowfield Landing

Not Included

Facilities