30 minute Tasman Experience - scenic helicopter flight
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Snowfield Landing
- Scenic Helicopter Flight
Meeting Location
63 Cron Street
Franz Josef / Waiau 7886, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Aoraki/Mt. Cook (pass by)
Franz Josef Glacier (pass by)
Tasman Glacier
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
West Coast Region (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Helicopter duration depends on the weather.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-466129P1
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