Fox Glacier to Mount Cook Scenic Flight | 30 minutes

5 (20) Reviews
iconBadge of Excellence
Queenstown, New Zealand

From  $445

per person
Lowest Price Guarantee
Next available: 14-04-2025 12:30 PM

Top-Rated Reviews

5 (20) Reviews

  • Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us
  • 30-minute scenic flight
  • 8-10-minute glacier snow landing 
  • Experience Fox Glacier from the air
  • Soar toward the west face of Aoraki/Mount Cook
  • Experience the enormity of Fox Glacier, the longest of the West Coast glaciers
  • Land on a snowfield, surrounded by the glacial formations at the top of the glacier
  • Soar along the Southern Alps and take in Aotearoa New Zealand's tallest mountain, Aoraki / Mount Cook

Departing the Fox township, this flight takes you past the wonders of Fox Glacier and beyond!

Settle in for the scenic flight of a lifetime! Soar from Fox Glacier to Mount Cook and the Glacier Valley and enjoy stunning views of snowy peaks and icy caps.

You'll fly the entire length of the Fox Glacier where you'll enjoy incredible views of this 13-kilometre-long beauty. Then, soar at eye level against the west face of Aoraki/Mount Cook. There's time for a glacier snow landing too!

Hopping back in the aircraft, it's time to descend the Glacier Valley. Leave the majestic mountains behind as you zoom back to the Fox Glacier base. 

Please note: your flight is subject to favourable weather conditions; if cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund. We recommend booking your flights early in your trip with flexibility for weather changes. Flights are not confirmed until the Glacier Helicopter Base has confirmed they have availability and weather conditions are suitable.

 

 

Meeting Point

Departs and returns from  The Helicopter Line Base, situated on the Main Road, SH6, Fox Glacier 7859 . The Helicopter Linewill reach out to you the day before with the exact meeting point.

We love the insane scenery you get to see on this trip. Birdseye views of Fox Glacier AND Mount Cook is really something special! 

  • Child prices apply to children 4-14 years. Infants are 0-3 years; children must be accompanied by a fare paying adult
  • All flights require a minimum number of 3 passengers for departures
  • To avoid disappointment, please let us know if a passenger's weight changes from time of booking. If your actual weight at check in is 15kg (33lb) or greater than your declared weight, you may need to be rescheduled and would be subject to flight availability
  • All flights operate subject to suitable weather conditions
  • The Tour Operator will provide information to participants before and during the activity to ensure their participation suits their ability and objectives, and is as safe as practicable with any potential changes during the trip identified
  • Drones, iPads, bags and selfie sticks are not allowed on board for safety
  • It is important clients acknowledge there are risks, understand safety information and briefings before and during their activity and follow the instructions set out by our experienced and trained teams
  • All flights are subject to weather conditions and may be rescheduled or cancelled

Customer Reviews

5

Based on (20) reviews

Total Reviews and rating

5 Stars
20
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0

Gustavo

Jun 2022

I'll never forget this tour. Thanks for an amazing adventure.

Edison

Jun 2022

Every one was kind and personable. It was a memorable trip.

Jayzee

Jun 2022

We were so glad we took this tour. We had an awesome tour.

Nora

Jun 2022

This is so awe inspiring there are not words to express it !

Charlotte

Jun 2022

The view obliviously is the thing. You have to see it in person to believe the beauty

Emily

Jun 2022

Overall such a nice trip. It was really easy to plan.

Mia

Jun 2022

There’s no worlds or pictures to ever describe this place or the view. It’s simply incredible.

Eleanor

Jun 2022

This is truly an amazing place. I am glad we came here.

Bailee

Jun 2022

Tour was wonderful, the operator was knowledgable and funny.

Rayne

Jun 2022

The tour was fast paced but enjoyable! Loved the guide who did a great job as our host!

Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Warm clothing - jacket

  • Sturdy closed-toe shoes (snow on your toes is not nice!)

  • Sunglasses and sunscreen

  • Your phone/camera (large cameras are required to be on a strap)

For safety reasons, the following items are not permitted:

  • Loose clothing and scarves

  • Selfie sticks

  • Drones

  • Flammable liquids, lighters

  • iPads/tablets

  • Bags of any description

Please leave these items locked in your car. There is a small space behind the desk you can leave items, however all items are left at owner’s own risk.

The tour departs and returns from The Helicopter Line Base. These meeting points are approx. 30m apart. Glacier Helicopters will reach out to you the day before with the exact meeting point.

 

The FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER office locations:
1. The Helicopter Line, 20 Main South Road Franz Josef, SH6, 7856.