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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Awesome View Took the 60 minute flight and it was a trip of a lifetime, we had an amazing pilot called Brooke,... read moreTook the 60 minute flight and it was a trip of a lifetime, we had an amazing pilot called Brooke, He was the best and so knowledgable about the area, the commentary was great and pointed out key things and showed us a great time!! Not to be missed for sure!!The ground staff where awesome as well and very professional and safe! read ess
John W23/05/18Flight to Milford Sound Originally we had booked a 30 minute flight. At the last minute we changed our mind and asked if we... read moreOriginally we had booked a 30 minute flight. At the last minute we changed our mind and asked if we could fly to Milford Sound instead. They were very accommodating and came up with a flight for us that that included a breathtakingly beautiful flight through the mountains to stunning Sterling Falls, a landing in Milford Sound with time to explore. The return flight flew along the Tasmin Sea coastline spotting dolphins, seals and with another landing on a remote beach on the Fiordland coastline. We left Haast at 11:30 and returned at 4:15. Our pilot Scott was excellent and this flight has turned out to be the highlight of our entire month and stay in New Zealand. read ess
245spencerb01/03/20A tad squeezy but totally worth it! We were looking at reviews and also checking out the shops in Franz on the first day of our trip.... read moreWe were looking at reviews and also checking out the shops in Franz on the first day of our trip. The weather was changing drastically because they were expecting a cyclone which seems like a pretty regular thing so all flights were cancelled that day. We didn’t want to stay in Franz for another day to wait out and based on the suggestion, we decided to head south and loop back to tekapo on our last few days to try our luck again on helicopter. Both Tekapo Helicopter and Air Safari were our top choices but eventually we went with Tekapo because the lady were very helpful on the phone to make the arrangement for us. Highly recommend to take the grand tour on helicopter just for the experience, don’t go for less 🙂
P/S: you can’t bring any bags onto the copters so only a camera with you. They would also try to squeeze in 6 people if there are some folks who are smaller in size so just be aware the space is quite tight and they would rotate you beside front and back seats and shuffle you on the back so it’s not all bad view. Just make sure you speak out or ask for a swap in seating after landing on the pad above the peak. read esstiffanyng01/05/18 -
Simply Awesome Based on the favourable weather forecast - we booked online the evening before - and when we woke up we... read moreBased on the favourable weather forecast - we booked online the evening before - and when we woke up we were blessed with a beautiful, zero wind, blue sky day. Frankly - I never ever thought my wife and I would be having a snowball fight and snow angel competition on top of a 5500ft mountain with my two under ten year olds. Heliservices were fantastic - I cannot fault them in any way. Thoroughly recommended. Though expensive - my wife and I are 1000% sure it was worth the money for this once in a lifetime experience. … read ess
Steve01/12/20? awesome A fantastic trip to Mount Cook and the two associated Glaciers. Jamie the pilot was outstanding and made sure our... read moreA fantastic trip to Mount Cook and the two associated Glaciers. Jamie the pilot was outstanding and made sure our journey was informative and enjoyable. From beginning to the end of our adventure the staff were very attentive and helpful. I fully recommend this company. read ess
Russell M11/03/18Stunning Glacier What a true highlight, bucket list adventure for us, stunning morning in Franz Joseph, weighed in, hopped in and flew... read moreWhat a true highlight, bucket list adventure for us, stunning morning in Franz Joseph, weighed in, hopped in and flew the stunning Glacier friendly informative pilot, commentary excellent, we were suppose to land on the snow but it was to windy, it didn't take away from the flight at all, highly recommended, it's a must in my book, thank you highlight for sure. read ess
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Fantastic Franz Josef Glacier flight Fantastic experience, professional and helpful. Josh the pilot was brilliant and looked after us all. Landing on the glacier was... read moreFantastic experience, professional and helpful. Josh the pilot was brilliant and looked after us all. Landing on the glacier was amazing. Felt safe and exhilarated. Really recommend- the weather can change rapidly at Franz Josef so suggest staying a couple of days in case flights need rescheduling. read ess
Janes2508QF09/10/21One off the bucket list Thanks to Brad P, who gave us some excellent advice to try and get a flight in the late... read moreThanks to Brad P, who gave us some excellent advice to try and get a flight in the late afternoon rather than wait until the next day due to the changing weather conditions we had a fabulous flight with Josh. Brad obviously knows his stuff as the next day weather conditions look terrible. read ess
christinejean6019/04/19Shayne WOW !! What a Fantastic flight ! We were unable to get up with another company and went to Scenic... read moreWOW !! What a Fantastic flight ! We were unable to get up with another company and went to Scenic and they were Brilliant and managed to get us on a flight . The flight itself was UNBELIEVABLE . Our pilot was great and gave us an awesome flight and a brilliant view of this beautiful area . The glaciers were amazing and the snow landing was brilliant !! If you only do one thing in NZ this is the one to do and without a doubt , this is the company to do it with !! Great value for money . You won't be disappointed!! Thanks so much for one of the great experiences of my life !! read ess
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