Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Name: Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
Brand: Viator
Price: 550.67 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (659 reviews)

4.6(659)4 hoursEnglishBook 10 hours aheadFranz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

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Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles area of the glacier with your guide. Navigate your way through the maze of ice on your moderately difficult hike. Learn of the dramatic environmental changes affecting the glacier and gain insight into the geological forces at play. Group size is limited to 11 to ensure a personalized experience.

Included

2-hours 15 minutes (approx.) guided glacier walk
Commentary of local region, glaciology and Maori stories
Expert ice-guides
All hiking equipment (Gore-tex jackets, over trousers, woolen hats and gloves, leather boots, crampons)
Round-trip helicopter flights to Franz Josef Glacier
Exclusive access to the Franz Josef Glacier - only we can take you there
Option for a longer glacier adventure with the Extended hike (select option)

Not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

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What you'll do

Franz Josef Glacier
Westland Tai Poutini National Park, Franz Josef, New Zealand
Experience one of the most unique glaciers in the world, Franz Josef Glacier. Being the fastest moving glacier in the world, it means that no two trips are the same. Accessible only by helicopter flight, begin your 2. hour experience with a beautiful scenic flight to the glacier, before embarking on a glacier hike like no other!
2 hoursAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

1 location

Pickup details

Check-in 15 minutes prior to your trip time.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 10 years old for the 2.5 hour trip and 14 for the 5.5 hour trip
Minimum weight is 35kg, Maximum weight 115kg
Children must be accompanied by an adult

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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