Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic alpine adventures with a Franz Josef Glacier heli‑hike, combining a scenic helicopter flight with a guided walk on the ice.

Your journey begins in Franz Josef, where you’ll be fitted with all necessary glacier gear and receive a comprehensive safety briefing. From here, take a short walk to the helipad before lifting off on an exhilarating flight above rainforest, rugged peaks, and the glacier valley.

Landing high on Franz Josef Glacier, your expert guide will prepare you for your glacier hike. Equipped with crampons and safety gear, step onto the ice and explore a constantly changing landscape shaped by one of the fastest‑moving glaciers in the world.

Over the course of your guided adventure, discover towering ice formations, deep crevasses, and vivid blue ice caves, with each route varying depending on conditions. No two heli‑hikes are ever the same due to the glacier’s dynamic nature.

With up to 2.5 hours spent on the glacier, this experience offers a rare opportunity to explore terrain only accessible by helicopter, guided by professionals who tailor the journey to your group’s ability.

This unforgettable heli‑hike combines adventure, scenery, and expert guidance, making it a true bucket‑list experience in New Zealand’s Glacier Country.