SCENIC HELICOPTER FLIGHTS DEPARTING DAILY*
There’s nothing like having this elevation and really feeling like you’re part of our beautiful landscape
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Franz Josef
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Fly up and over the ice, and see pinnacles, crevasses, seracs, and the deep blue ice of the South Island's glaciers. Snow landings available.
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Fox Glacier
It’s peak viewing time!
Experience for yourself why Glaciers are one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles that attract visitors from around the world every year.
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Haast
Hit the heights of Wow!
The Haast World Heritage Area is one of NZ's top attractions providing an opportunity to experience incredible views of New Zealand’s last frontier.
Walk-ins and same-day bookings welcome
Please note: Snow landings are subject to weather conditions and are at the pilot’s discretion.
*Flights depart every day subject to weather conditions.
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Experience of a lifetime! Must do! We had the trip of a lifetime thanks to the team! Incredible experience. We had been let down by the... read moreWe had the trip of a lifetime thanks to the team! Incredible experience. We had been let down by the weather and the other operator we booked with. We had a long drive following our booking so weren’t sure whether to stick around as there were no helicopters flying. We walked into heli services and it felt like they did everything they could to make this trip incredible for us. Initially we didn’t think we would be able to fly, and the company we’d booked with didn’t fly at all that day. We were offered 10 minutes of fly time and jumped at the chance. In the 30 minutes prior the weather improved and not only did we get to fly but we also managed to land. The only people to land all day! This was towards the end as most places’ last flight is 4pm and this was our time. So I would say if you can be flexible and wait throughout the day or even stay another night then do so. Our pilot Sam was warm, friendly, knowledgable and made this trip once in a lifetime. Because there were only two of us we would not have been able to do this trip without a third person and this is another reason our original operator cancelled as it wasn’t a busy day. However this company have smaller helicopters and we even managed to ride in the front. The guy from Watford who gave us our brief and transported us was lovely,
Him and the owner made it feel like they did everything possible to have such a special experience and we are so grateful! Absolute must do trip! read ess cattf202324/05/23Highly recommended!! An absolute must do experience!! At first the weather didn’t look to promising for the trip to go ahead but... read moreAn absolute must do experience!! At first the weather didn’t look to promising for the trip to go ahead but at last minute the weather changed allowing us to experience the whole 30 minute trip. My first time seeing snow and it did not disappoint. Our pilot Tim was super friendly and informative. Highly recommend this to anyone who may be hesitant on booking. read ess lisanield8330/04/23Fantastic Experience Truly fantastic experience. Our 30 minute trip included 10 minutes walking/standing/lying on the Franz Josef Glacier. Our pilot was fantastic-... read moreTruly fantastic experience. Our 30 minute trip included 10 minutes walking/standing/lying on the Franz Josef Glacier. Our pilot was fantastic- sharing enough information and fling gently to/from Glacier. Thoroughly recommend. read ess D8TEterryh09/04/23 - Fantastic Experience Truly fantastic experience. Our 30 minute trip included 10 minutes walking/standing/lying on the Franz Josef Glacier. Our pilot was fantastic-... read moreTruly fantastic experience. Our 30 minute trip included 10 minutes walking/standing/lying on the Franz Josef Glacier. Our pilot was fantastic- sharing enough information and fling gently to/from Glacier. Thoroughly recommend. read ess Terry H09/04/23Up, up and away An experience NOT to be missed. Perfect day. Brilliant pilot (thank you Richard). Smooth flight all the way there and... read moreAn experience NOT to be missed. Perfect day. Brilliant pilot (thank you Richard). Smooth flight all the way there and back. Standing on Fox Glacier was an awesome experience. Highly recommended. read ess TonyP_2046640205/04/23Put this on your Bucketlist!! Awesome bucketlist experience with our pilot/guide Jamie ! Informative and smooth flight/landing, I couldn't stop smiling the entire flight.... read moreAwesome bucketlist experience with our pilot/guide Jamie ! Informative and smooth flight/landing, I couldn't stop smiling the entire flight. The staff in the office and pre flight briefing were also well informed and efficient. We initially inquired at another flight service, but their customer service was poor. So glad we ended up with this professional group. read ess KiminOttawa17/03/23
- 5 stars experience, and our pick for accessibility! The highlight of our trip! Although we ummed and ahhed over the price, this experience is the one we talk... read moreThe highlight of our trip! Although we ummed and ahhed over the price, this experience is the one we talk about the most from our entire 2 weeks in NZ!
We chose HeliServicesNZ because of their responsiveness and Can Do attitude to our accessibility needs. Brad enthusiastically and promptly replied to my email asking about access, ground crew member Kevin was a gem helping us in and out of the helicopter at the base, and pilot Ash was fantastic in assisting us on the glacier (and just generally awesome as well!).
Having said that, getting in and out of the helicopter was more challenging that I anticipated, with it being quite a squeeze through small doors, and small foot-sized steps to climb up on, so do check with them regarding your specific accessibility requirements.
As a group of four adults we had our own little helicopter and we were positioned so that we all had the best view 🙂
The organisation was flawless, on time and stress-free, we couldn't fault them.
And to top it off, we were blessed with the most beautiful blue day! read ess T5983FJlouises12/03/23Brilliant flight and really accommodating Having been let down and cancelled with a ‘couldn’t care less’ attitude by Glacier Country Helicopters, the experience we received... read moreHaving been let down and cancelled with a ‘couldn’t care less’ attitude by Glacier Country Helicopters, the experience we received and the accommodating attitude of Heliservices NZ was superb. Not only were they able to take us and land on the glacier, but were happy to be taking just the two of us. Highly recommended. read ess CSandKS24/02/23Highlight of New Zealand This was a brilliant activity and was the highlight of our trip to New Zealand. All staff were helpful... read moreThis was a brilliant activity and was the highlight of our trip to New Zealand. All staff were helpful and our pilot was chatty and informative. We got an upclose view of Mount Cook followed by landing on the glacier. Standing on the glacier in the sunshine above the cloudline was a truly surreal experience.
While the experience isn't cheap I think it was really good value for money, especially when compared to other attractions across the country. I can't recommend doing this enough! read ess benjaminmoye28/01/23
