EXPERIENCE UNMATCHED GUIDING EXPERTISE
A guided heli-hike glacier experience you will never forget!
Franz Josef Glacier Guides and The Helicopter Line are proud to share with you the very best of New Zealand's glaciers.
Thanks to our detailed knowledge of the glacier region, you'll come away with a whole new appreciation for Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere (Franz Josef Glacier).
Our guides have an extensive amount of experience and are specialists in their craft. Safety is our highest priority with each trip tailored to the ability of your group, as well as the conditions of the ice on the day.
Heli Hike tours are limited so be sure to book early! Please note this tour is operated by The Helicopter Line, with guided services provided by Franz Josef Glacier Guides.
Glacier Heli Hike
Peaks and Pinnacles Package
Adult From$599
Includes a 2 night stay at the Rainforest Retreat Deluxe Tree Hut!
Balance the thrill of a Heli hike with a relaxing stay at the Rainforest Retreat Deluxe tree hut, nestled amongst the west coast's lush native bush.
Heli Transfer
Moderate hike
Up to 2.5 hours ice time
Heli Hike
Adult From$485
After a short, thrilling flight over lush native rainforest, you will land on the Franz Josef Glacier, where your guide with an eye for the most spectacular ice formations, will lead you through the most awe-inspiring glacier scenery Aotearoa (New Zealand) has to offer. Please note this product is operated by The Helicopter Line, with guided services provided by Franz Josef Glacier Guides.
Heli Transfer
Moderate Hike
Up to 2.5 hours ice time
Heli Ice Climb
Adult From$620
Under the expert tuition of our experienced guides, we will introduce you to the exhilarating sport of ice-climbing, whilst still enjoying the spectacular scenery of the Franz Josef Glacier. Your guide will tailor the day to challenge novices and experts alike. No experience necessary.
Heli Transfer
Challenging Climb
Up to 6 ice time
NEW ZEALAND'S MOST SPECTACULAR GLACIER
An ever-changing icescape.
Franz Josef Glacier (Kā Roimata ō Hine Hukatere) is the steepest guided glacier amongst the country, descending from its origins high in the Southern Alps deep into the lush native rainforest of Westland's National Park. It also moves faster than your average glacier, with the main ice fall capturing speeds of up to five metres per day! This creates some truly incredible features in the glacier such as ice caves, tunnels, seracs and crevasses; all of which are constantly changing and evolving so no two days are ever the same.
Great experience and very unique! Great guide and very well taken care of.
Heli Hike Guest
United States of America
Knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff on a world class site, what's not to love?
Heli Hike Guest
Australia
The scenery is breathtaking and the experience completely worth the money. The guide ensures your safety and makes you feel looked after.
Heli Hike Guest
United Kingdom
Plan your visit
Franz Josef Glacier is located in the beautiful Te Tai o Poutini (West Coast), a scenic 5 hour drive from Queenstown or 2.5 hours from Greymouth.
